Description
Mango Shrikhand, also known as Aamrakhand, is a creamy Indian dessert made with strained yogurt, sweet mango pulp, and fragrant saffron. This chilled treat is rich, silky, and perfect for festive occasions or summer desserts.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds plain full-fat yogurt
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups mango pulp
- 1 pinch saffron
Instructions
- Line a large bowl with a double layer of cheesecloth and pour in the yogurt. Gather the corners of the cloth and tie them into a tight bundle. Hang the bundle or place it in a colander with a heavy weight on top and refrigerate for 5 to 6 hours or overnight until thick and creamy.
- Transfer the strained yogurt to a large mixing bowl. Using a slotted spoon or whisk, whip vigorously for about 5 minutes until smooth and lump-free.
- Add the powdered sugar and continue mixing for another 5 minutes until fully incorporated and silky smooth.
- Add the mango pulp and mix well for about 5 minutes until creamy and evenly blended.
- Garnish with saffron strands, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight before serving.
- Before serving, gently stir the shrikhand so the saffron color swirls through the dessert beautifully.
Notes
- Use Alphonso mango pulp for the richest flavor and vibrant color.
- For extra texture, garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds.
- Make sure the yogurt is strained thoroughly for the best thick and creamy consistency.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve chilled as a dessert or festive sweet dish.
- Prep Time: 5 hours
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
