Milkshakes - what could be better for a nutritious breakfast or afternoon snack for adults and children. Made from fresh milk with the addition of juices, fruits, berries or maybe vegetables, as well as bran, corn flakes, in general, everything your imagination wants, they can not only become an independent dish, but also help mothers diversify the diet of babies , especially those who do not drink milk. The presence of calcium and vitamins makes such an afternoon snack not only tasty, but also beneficial. And for those who are on a diet, there is also a recipe: after all, milkshakes can be made from low-fat products, add a handful of low-calorie berries and a couple of spoons of bran - it turns out that it can not be compared with store-bought counterparts. So, let's learn how to do useful things in our kitchen, especially since this dish provides a wide field for creativity and does not take much time to prepare.
Homemade Milkshake Recipe
Let's start by making a classic drink. For him, take:
- 150 ml. milk of any fat content;
- 50 gr. ice cream to your taste.
When preparing, it should be noted that very cold milk has absolutely no taste, therefore it is better to prepare milkshakes with this ingredient, brought to room (or slightly lower) temperature. It is better to mix the drink in a mixer or blender for 30 to 60 seconds, so the ingredients will connect well together, and a beautiful foam will turn out on top. But what to add - your imagination will tell. For chocolate - rub 30 g. sweets on a fine grater and add to the shake, for fruit - any fruit, if you wanted, especially in winter, just something tasty, you can put a couple of spoons of your favorite jam. Tip: if you intend to add syrup or jam as an additive, first mix them with milk, and only then add ice cream. The main rule is to drink the drink immediately after it has been prepared, it is extremely undesirable to store it in the refrigerator even for a short time.
Diet Milkshakes
Those who follow the calorie content of their diet or are on a diet should not deny themselves this delicacy. Just use the following tips, and your breakfast or afternoon snack will delight you with excellent taste with a minimum of calories. Here is one of the options:
- 400 ml. low fat kefir;
- half a ripe banana;
- A few fresh or frozen strawberries.
Beat the specified ingredients in a mixer or blender for a maximum of 60 seconds and enjoy a tasty and healthy low-calorie drink. Also, to increase the benefit and amount of fiber in a cocktail, you can add a couple of spoons of wheat or rye bran to it. Those who don’t have time to prepare a drink can pay attention to the Miracle milk shakes from a Russian producer with a low fat content - only 2-3%. Having a wide selection of flavors: chocolate, vanilla, fruit or berry - every day you can drink a new cocktail or treat your family to it. This is a great option for those who value their time and health, because a milkshake is a healthy snack at work or on a trip or a replacement for milk for those who do not like to use it in its purest form. One way or another, homemade or prepared under industrial conditions, this drink is an undoubted benefit and an element of healthy nutrition for the whole family.