✅ Serves: 1 tall glass
🕒 Prep Time: 5–7 minutes
🥣 Difficulty Level: Very Easy
🧾 Ingredients:
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1 ripe mango (peeled and chopped – about 1 cup)
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1 cup cold milk (250 ml)
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1–2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
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3–4 ice cubes
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4–5 almonds or cashews (optional – for extra energy and nutrients)
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1 scoop vanilla ice cream (optional – for richer taste)
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A pinch of cardamom powder (optional – for aroma and digestion)
🥤 Step-by-Step Recipe:
Step 1: Chop the Mango
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Peel one ripe mango and cut it into small pieces.
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Remove the seed.
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Add the mango chunks to a blender jar.
Step 2: Add Sweetness and Ice
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Add 1–2 tablespoons of sugar depending on how sweet the mango is.
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Add 3–4 ice cubes for a chilled and refreshing shake.
Step 3: Add Nuts (Optional)
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To make the shake more energetic, add 4–5 soaked almonds or cashews.
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This adds protein, good fats, and extra flavor.
Step 4: Pour in Cold Milk
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Add 1 cup of cold milk to the blender.
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You may reduce milk slightly if you prefer a thicker shake.
Step 5: Blend It Smooth
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Blend the mixture for 30–40 seconds until it becomes creamy and frothy.
Step 6: Add Ice Cream & Cardamom (Optional)
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For a richer shake, add 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream and a pinch of cardamom powder.
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Blend again for 5–10 seconds just to mix.
Step 7: Serve
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Pour the shake into a tall glass.
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Garnish with a few mango cubes, crushed nuts, or a scoop of ice cream on top.
🌟 Health Benefits of Mango Shake:
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✅ Boosts Energy:
Packed with natural sugars (fructose, glucose) and milk protein — perfect as a quick energy drink. -
✅ Rich in Vitamins:
Mango is full of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and antioxidants, which are great for skin, immunity, and eye health. -
✅ Good for Digestion:
Mango and cardamom help in improving digestion. -
✅ Helps in Weight Gain (if needed):
Due to its calorie-rich nature (especially with nuts and milk), it's great for those who want to gain healthy weight. -
✅ Hydrating & Cooling:
Keeps you refreshed and hydrated, especially in summer.
