Mango and orange milkshake

Ingredients

• 1 largeripe mango
• juice of 3oranges
• ½ teaspoonfreshly grated ginger
• 350 mlcold whole milk
• 75 ml (5 tablespoons)crushed ice
• a few slicesorange

Instructions

1. 1

   Chill the juice

   Juice the oranges and place the juice in the freezer for 10 minutes to cool.

2. 2

   Prepare the mango

   Wash and peel the mango, then cut it in half lengthways.

3. 3

   Dice the flesh

   Remove the stone with a knife and cut the mango flesh into small cubes.

4. 4

   Blend the fruit

   Blend the mango, ginger and orange juice until smooth and evenly combined.

5. 5

   Add milk and ice

   Add the cold milk and crushed ice, then blend again for about 10 seconds.

6. 6

   Pour into glasses

   Divide the milkshake between long-drink glasses.

7. 7

   Garnish each glass

   Decorate each glass with a slice of orange.

8. 8

   Serve straight away

   Serve with a straw.

What is a mango and orange milkshake?

This is a fruit-based milkshake, or frappé, combining mango and orange with milk and ice. It is a simple, summery style of drink rather than a recipe tied to a specific regional tradition.

Ripe mango gives it a smooth, sweet base, while orange juice adds a sharper, fragrant note. A little fresh ginger brings gentle warmth without taking over the fruit.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 106 calories, 4g protein, 19g carbs, 3g fat.

The mango and orange juice provide most of the carbohydrates, while whole milk contributes much of the fat and protein. For a more balanced snack, serve a glass with a savoury accompaniment such as toast with cheese or a small handful of nuts.

Choosing the fruit

Mango: choose one that yields slightly to gentle pressure and smells fragrant near the stem. A ripe fruit blends more readily and gives the drink its natural sweetness.

Oranges: squeeze them just before blending for fresh-tasting juice. Chilling the juice briefly helps keep the finished drink cool.

Getting a smooth blend

Fruit first: blend the mango, ginger and orange juice until no noticeable chunks remain. This creates a smooth base before the milk and ice go in.

Milk and ice: add these at the end and blend for about 10 seconds, as directed. A longer blend can melt more of the ice and make the drink less cold.

Checking the texture

The finished drink should be creamy and pourable, with the crushed ice making it cold rather than forming large icy pieces. Use fully ripe mango for a more cohesive texture.

If the drink seems too thick to pour, blend it briefly again; if it seems thin, serve it promptly while the ice is still cold.

Timing and serving

The recipe takes 5 minutes in total, including a 10-minute rest for the orange juice in the freezer. Keep the juice in the freezer only for that brief cooling period.

Pour into long-drink glasses and garnish each with an orange slice. Serve immediately with straws, before the ice melts.

What to serve alongside

Serve the milkshake as a refreshing drink with breakfast, a light snack or a simple summer meal. Its fruity sweetness works well alongside plain toast or savoury sandwiches.

For a more substantial snack, pair it with a small handful of nuts or a savoury bite rather than adding more sweet ingredients to the glass.

Recipe notes & tips

• Use a ripe mango so its flesh blends smoothly.
• Chill the orange juice for the full 10 minutes while you prepare the mango.
• Grate the ginger finely so it distributes evenly through the drink.
• Blend the mango, ginger and juice until smooth before adding the milk and ice.
• Serve as soon as it is blended to keep the drink cold and refreshing.

Variations

• Extra citrus: add a little finely grated orange zest for a more fragrant flavour.
• Milder ginger: use a smaller amount of grated ginger for a gentler finish.
• Thicker texture: add a little more crushed ice and blend briefly.
• Dairy-free version: replace the whole milk with an unsweetened plant-based drink.
• More mango: use extra ripe mango flesh for a fruitier, thicker drink.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Using unripe mango: it can taste firm and less sweet; choose fruit that yields slightly when pressed.
• Skipping the juice chill: warm juice makes the finished drink less refreshing; cool it in the freezer for 10 minutes.
• Blending the ice for too long: it can melt and thin the shake; blend with the milk for about 10 seconds.
• Adding too much ginger: its flavour can overpower the fruit; measure the half teaspoon carefully.
• Waiting to serve: the ice melts and the texture changes; pour into glasses and serve straight away.

How to store

This milkshake is best made and served immediately, as the crushed ice melts and the texture separates over time. If necessary, cover and refrigerate leftovers briefly, then stir or blend again before serving; do not store at room temperature.

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