Creamy Mango Agua Fresca

How to Make Creamy Mango Agua Fresca

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   Step 1: Prep the mango

   Peel and dice ripe mangoes into chunks and measure out 2 cups (about 330 g). If you like, reserve a few thin mango slices for garnish and set aside.

   For this step

   • 2 cupsRipe mango, peeled and diced
   
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   Step 2: Combine ingredients in blender

   Add the diced mango, cold water, whole milk (or coconut milk), honey (or sugar), fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 30–45 seconds depending on your blender.

   For this step

   • 2 cupsCold water
   • 1/2 cupWhole milk (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
   • 2 tablespoonsHoney or granulated sugar
   • 1 tablespoonFresh lime juice
   • a pinchSalt
   
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   Step 3: Adjust sweetness and texture

   Taste and adjust: add an extra tablespoon of honey or a splash more water if it’s too thick, or a bit more lime if you want brighter acidity. Blend briefly to incorporate any additions.
   
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   Step 4: Strain and chill (optional)

   For an ultra-smooth texture, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing with a spatula to extract liquid; discard fibrous solids. Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes if you prefer it extra cold.
   
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   Step 5: Serve over ice and garnish

   Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the creamy mango agua fresca (about 1½ cups per serving), and garnish with a sprig of mint or a mango slice. Serve immediately and enjoy the recipe’s 4 refreshing servings.

   For this step

   • 1 cupIce cubes (for serving)
   • 4 sprigsFresh mint sprigs or extra mango slices (garnish)
   

1. Peel and dice ripe mangoes into chunks and measure out 2 cups (about 330 g). If you like, reserve a few thin mango slices for garnish and set aside.
2. Add the diced mango, cold water, whole milk (or coconut milk), honey (or sugar), fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 30–45 seconds depending on your blender.
3. Taste and adjust: add an extra tablespoon of honey or a splash more water if it’s too thick, or a bit more lime if you want brighter acidity. Blend briefly to incorporate any additions.
4. For an ultra-smooth texture, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing with a spatula to extract liquid; discard fibrous solids. Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes if you prefer it extra cold.
5. Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the creamy mango agua fresca (about 1½ cups per serving), and garnish with a sprig of mint or a mango slice. Serve immediately and enjoy the recipe’s 4 refreshing servings.