Best Easy Licuado de Guanábana Recipe

Soursop blended into a creamy smoothie delivers exotic, tropical flavor. This healthy, family-friendly, fresh drink is a naturally sweet, vitamin-rich Mexican morning beverage.

Cook 7 min Difficulty EASY 155 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • fresh soursop pulp (guanábana), seeded 1.5 cups
  • cold milk 2 cups
  • banana, ripe 1 pieces
  • ice cubes 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • honey 2 tbsp
  • vanilla extract 0.5 tsp
  • pinch of salt 1 pinch
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 28 g 70%
Protein 3 g 7%
Fat 3 g 17%
Serving size 260g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Scoop out the soursop pulp and remove any seeds to avoid bitterness and grit, ensuring only smooth fruit remains.

  2. 2

    Add soursop pulp, cold milk, ripe banana, and honey into a blender for a balanced flavor foundation.

  3. 3

    Drop in ice cubes and vanilla extract; blend on high for 40–60 seconds until creamy and frothy, scraping down the sides as needed.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust with extra honey or a pinch of salt for optimal sweetness or flavor balance.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately in chilled glasses while cold for maximum freshness and the creamiest texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient that defines Licuado de Guanábana?
The defining ingredient is fresh soursop (guanábana) pulp, which gives the smoothie its signature creamy texture and tropical, exotic flavor. Combined with ripe banana, it forms the foundation of this refreshing Mexican beverage.
Q. What’s the most important step to achieve a smooth licuado?
The most important step is thoroughly removing all soursop seeds and blending all ingredients on high speed with ice. This ensures a velvety texture, avoids grittiness, and properly chills the drink for the best result.
Q. How do I prevent the smoothie from turning watery or separating?
Use well-chilled milk, enough ice, and serve the licuado immediately after blending. Overblending or letting it sit too long can cause separation, while serving right away ensures a creamy, homogenous drink.
Q. What is the calorie count and carbohydrate content per serving?
Each serving of Licuado de Guanábana contains approximately 155 kcal, with 28g of carbohydrates (about 70% of total calories), making it a naturally sweet, energizing beverage.
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