Every summer season, all I wait for are sweet juicy mangoes that I can gorge on. As much as I love to eat mangoes in its natural form, coming up with new dessert recipes is also one of my favourite summer activities. And, once you try this Healthy Mango Magnum, there is absolutely no going back to the store-bought mango bars. Creamy, dreamy and oh so delicious.! These magnum bars have the most beautiful mango flavour, is healthy, refined-sugar free and literally takes no time to make at all.
It’s cold, tangy, sweet, creamy and just the best thing you can make for yourself and your family. Made with pantry staples, this is so good. I love it, so do my friends and family and I’m sure, so will yours. You can make this with any variety of mango, but it should be more on the sweet side rather than tangy since this recipe has no added sugar. You can dip the ice cream bars in melted white chocolate for a more decadent flavour. So, let’s dive into the recipe and make something mouthwateringly delicious.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS RECIPE
- Quick to make
- Staple pantry ingredients
- No fancy equipment
- No cooking required
- Clean & healthy
INGREDIENTS USED IN MAKING HEALTHY MANGO MAGNUM
MANGO
Mango is the star of the magnum, providing vibrant color and a burst of tropical flavor. Mango’s natural sweetness and slightly tart undertones create a refreshing and luscious flavor profile. Its tropical notes make the ice-cream feel light and summery. The bright, yellowish-orange color of mango make the ice-cream visually appealing, adding to the overall enjoyment. mango boosts the nutritional quotient offering health benefits such as improved digestion, immune support and skin health when consumed in moderation.
YOGURT
Yogurt provides a thick, creamy texture that forms the base of the ice cream. Yogurt is rich in protein, calcium and probiotics which are beneficial for gut health. When frozen, the yogurt remains firm enough to be coated in chocolate without falling apart. Yogurt has a naturally cooling effect which enhances the refreshing quality of the dessert, making it especially enjoyable on warm days.
HONEY
Honey is a natural sweetener with various health benefits including antioxidants and antibacterial properties. Adding honey to the magnum bars not only enhances their flavour but also boosts their nutritional profile. Honey helps retain moisture in the yogurt mixture, preventing the ice cream from becoming too icy when frozen. This ensures that the ice cream remain creamy and smooth inside.
MILK
Milk provides the necessary liquid to help blend everything into a smooth consistency. It adds protein, calcium and (if dairy) vitamin B12, helping turn the smoothie into a more complete snack or meal replacement. Milk provides the foundational richness and creamy texture that makes this dessert so delightful. The natural fat content in milk adds depth and richness to the flavor profile and this complements the sweetness of the mango, creating a well-balanced dessert. The proteins in milk help stabilize the mixture, giving the ice cream its characteristic firmness and smoothness when frozen.
EQUIPMENTS USED IN MAKING HEALTHY MANGO MAGNUM
Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons are the first thing that anybody who in cooking or baking needs. The right quantities will help in the desired outcome so these two things are a must.
A mixer grinder to blend everything together.
Spatulas are useful to scrape down the ice cream from the blender jar.
Popsicle moulds & sticks to set the ice cream in.
TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND FOR MAKING HEALTHY MANGO MAGNUM
- Use a sweet variety of mangoes for this recipe as it does not use any additional sweeteners.
- Blend all the ingredients in a mixer grinder well till it is smooth and lump-free. Do not over blend the ingredients.
- Let the mango magnums set in the freezer for at least 8 hours or overnight for the best consistency.
- You can add some nuts to the melted white chocolate to add an extra layer of crunch and increase the nutritional quotient of the recipe.
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- 1 mango
- ¼ cup yogurt
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp honey
- FOR THE CHOCOLATE SHELL
- 1 cup white chocolate
- 1 tsp sunflower oil
- Peel and cut a mango into pieces. Add it to a blender jar with the yogurt, milk and honey. Blend it all together to a smooth paste.
- Add the mixture to popsicle moulds and insert an ice cream stick in the centre. Freeze the mango magnum for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- For the chocolate shell, add the chopped white chocolate to a microwave safe bowl along with the sunflower oil and heat it in 30 second intervals, making sure to mix after each interval to prevent the chocolate from burning.
- Demould the mango magnum and dip them in the melted chocolate to coat it well. Place it on a parchment paper and freeze it until the chocolate shell sets completely.
If you like my Healthy Mango Magnum recipe and happen to make them in your kitchen, do tag me on Instagram and share pictures with me using #Bakewithshivesh. Happy Baking!
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