Mango Mastani

📌 Description:

Mango Mastani is a thick, creamy milkshake made with ripe mangoes, chilled milk, and ice cream, topped with dry fruits and cherries. It’s named after the beautiful Mastani, consort of Peshwa Bajirao, and reflects royalty in both taste and presentation.

🍽️ Servings:

2 large glasses (or 3 medium servings)

⏱️ Prep Time:

• Preparation: 10 minutes

• Total Time: 10 minutes

📋 Ingredients for  Mango Mastani

For Milkshake:

• 2 large ripe mangoes (Alphonso preferred, peeled & chopped)

• 2.5 cups chilled milk (full-fat)

• 3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

• 3 scoops mango or vanilla ice cream

For Topping:

• 1 scoop mango or vanilla ice cream (per glass)

• Chopped nuts – almonds, cashews, pistachios (1–2 tbsp total)

• Chopped mango pieces (2–3 tbsp)

• Glazed cherries – 1 or 2 per glass

• Tutti Frutti (optional) – 1 tbsp

• Silver leaf (varak) – optional, for a royal look

🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare Mango Pulp:

   • Peel and chop the mangoes. Blend to a smooth puree.

2. Make Milkshake:

   • Add mango puree, sugar, chilled milk, and 2–3 scoops of ice cream into a blender.

   • Blend until smooth and frothy.

3. Assemble:

   • Pour the thick milkshake into serving glasses, filling about 3/4 full.

   • Add a scoop of ice cream on top.

   • Garnish with chopped nuts, mango cubes, tutti frutti, and cherries.

   • Optionally, add a piece of silver leaf for festive presentation.

4. Serve immediately, with a spoon and straw.

💡 Tips:

• Use Alphonso or Kesar mangoes for the best flavor and color.

• Adjust sugar depending on the sweetness of the mangoes.

• Freeze mango chunks beforehand for an extra chilled shake.

• Add a pinch of cardamom for a subtle aroma.

• Want a vegan version? Use plant-based milk and dairy-free ice cream.

🧾 Nutritional Info (per serving, approx):