Dry Fruit Milkshake Recipe (Energizing)
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Dry Fruit Milkshake Recipe (Energizing)
Description
The recipe calls for soaking hard dried figs and optionally dates and nuts to soften them for smoother blending. Using a combination of almonds, pistachios, and cashews with dried dates, raisins, and figs creates a complex flavor and texture profile that is both creamy and hearty. Soy milk serves as the liquid base but can be substituted with other plant or dairy milks.
Spices like saffron, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, or rose water can be added seasonally to complement the natural sweetness and add warmth or cooling notes. The milkshake's thick texture reflects the combined dry fruits and nuts, making it substantial enough to replace a meal or provide sustained energy during fasting.
Careful soaking ensures the blend is smooth and palatable, and peeling almonds or pistachios can make it easier for children to consume. Using soft, moist dried figs avoids blending difficulties and improves the final texture.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup almonds
- ¼ cup pistachio unsalted, shelled
- ¼ cup cashews
- ¼ cup raisins
- 7 to 8 dates - chopped
- 3 to 4 figs dried
- 1 pinch saffron - optional
- 2.5 cups soy milk (chilled) or preferred vegan milk or dairy milk
- raw sugar - if needed, optional
- 1 tablespoon almonds or pistachios or cashews, chopped - for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Soak figs in hot water for 30 minutes or in water at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours or more until they soften.
- If you have dried figs which are soft, then no need to soak them. If the dried figs are chewy and hard, then do soak them.
- You can also soak dates if they are hard or chewy. If they are soft, then no need to soak dates. You can opt to soak the almonds, cashews and the remaining nuts.
- Rinse the remaining nuts, dates and raisins except the saffron in a strainer or bowl. This is an optional step.
- You could also choose to soak these nuts and raisins in hot water for 30 minutes. If you prefer, you can peel the almonds. For small kids, I recommend to peel the almond and the pistachio skins.
- Once the figs have softened, then roughly chop them. Also roughly chop the dates.
Making dry fruits milkshake
- Then add all of nuts, raisins, chopped dates, figs and saffron in a blender.
- Add ½ cup soy milk (or any nut milk or dairy milk). Blend to a semi fine or fine paste. If making for small kids, then make a very fine paste.
- Then add the remaining 2 cups of the soy milk. You can also add raw sugar if you prefer.
- Blend well again. Pour in glasses.
- Garnish with a few dry almond or pistachio slivers and serve dry fruits milkshake immediately.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerate for a few hours, but try to drink the milkshake the same day.½
Notes
- Add nuts of your choice, ensuring they are fresh and free of bitterness.
- Use pitted high-quality dates for easier preparation and better flavor.
- Soak firmer dried figs in hot water to soften before blending for smoother texture.
- Choose soy milk or any preferred milk base; plant-based milks or dairy work equally well.
- Add warming or cooling spices seasonally to enhance flavor profile.
- Peel almonds and pistachios when serving to young children for better digestibility.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 396 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 396kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 811mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 802IU | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 8mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 1mg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 83% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Vitamin D | 2µg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 9mg | |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | |
| Calcium | 356mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 83µg | |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 100mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 215mg | |
| Zinc | 2mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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