Sweet and creamy mango milkshake is a delightful way to enjoy ripe mangoes when they’re in season. Made with just a few ingredients, this shake works well for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a simple dessert. Keep it plain for a light, refreshing drink or make it indulgent by adding a scoop of vanilla or mango ice cream.
When summer arrives and mangoes are at their best, I end up making this mango milkshake often. It’s quick—about five minutes—and uses fresh, sweet mango pulp blended with cold milk. My family prefers it plain, but the recipe is very versatile: add cardamom, saffron, rose water, or vanilla for different flavor profiles.
What is Mango Milkshake
At its core, mango milkshake is simply ripe mango pulp blended with milk. If mangoes are less sweet, add a little sugar or another sweetener to taste. You can keep the shake basic or elevate it with warm spices like cardamom, a pinch of saffron, or a splash of rose water or vanilla extract. For an extra creamy treat, stir in a scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients
Mango: Choose sweet, ripe mangoes for the best flavor. Indian varieties such as kesar or alphonso work beautifully, but any ripe mango will do.
Milk: Use the milk you prefer. Whole milk yields a richer, creamier texture, while 2% or skim will still work. For a dairy-free version, substitute oat, almond, or soy milk.
Sweetener: Sweeten as needed with cane sugar, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, or other sweeteners. If mangoes are very sweet, you may not need any added sweetener.
Step by Step Instructions
1. Scoop the pulp from two ripe mangoes into a blender or use a hand blender with a tall jar. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener to taste, depending on how sweet the mangoes are.
2. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of cold milk (adjust quantity for desired thickness). Whole milk will make the shake creamier.
3. Blend until smooth and well combined. If you like it chilled and slightly diluted, add 3–4 ice cubes and blend again.
4. Pour the thick and creamy milkshake into glasses and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Vegan Mango Milkshake
To make a vegan version, simply swap dairy milk for a plant-based milk. Oat milk produces a naturally creamy texture, but almond, soy, or other non-dairy milks all work well.
Tips & Notes
- Refined sugar-free: If your mangoes are sweet enough, skip the sugar. Natural sweeteners like dates, jaggery, or honey (not vegan) are good alternatives.
- Flavor variations: Add a pinch of cardamom powder or a few strands of saffron for a fragrant touch. A few drops of rose water or vanilla extract also complement mango nicely.
- Make it richer: A scoop of vanilla or mango ice cream turns this into a dessert-like shake that’s extra creamy and indulgent.
- Top it off: Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chopped pistachios, almonds, or a cherry for color and texture.
- Serve immediately: Mango milkshake tastes best freshly blended; it may lose some flavor and texture if stored too long.
More Mango Recipes
- Try no-churn mango ice cream made with sweet seasonal mangoes for a simple frozen treat.
- Mango mint raita makes a refreshing side for spicy meals.
- For a sweet Indian dessert twist, try mango kalakand if you enjoy traditional milk-based sweets.
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This post was updated from the recipe archives.
Mango Milkshake
Ingredients
- 2 mangoes – use sweet, ripe mangoes (kesar, alphonso, or similar)
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar, to taste (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk (or plant-based milk)
Instructions
- Add mango pulp from two mangoes to a blender. Stir in 1–2 tablespoons sugar if needed.
- Pour in 1 1/2 cups cold milk. Whole milk yields a creamier shake; use plant-based milk for a vegan option.
- Blend until smooth. Add 3–4 ice cubes if you prefer a chilled, slightly frothy texture.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Skip added sugar if your mangoes are naturally sweet or use natural sweeteners like dates or jaggery.
- Enhance flavor with cardamom, saffron, rose water, or vanilla.
- For a richer drink, add a scoop of vanilla or mango ice cream and top with whipped cream and nuts.
- Serve fresh—the flavor changes if stored for long periods.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 46 g,
Protein: 8 g,
Fat: 4 g
Nutrition information is an approximation.