Dry fruit milkshake with a dash of honey is an excellent source of iron and calcium and can be given every day to growing children. It is a healthy, nourishing and a protein rich delicious drink!

It is filling enough to be served as breakfast or as a refreshing evening drink. This also makes a perfect fasting food on ekadashis and for festivals like Navratri.

Dry fruit milkshake can be had as a perfect evening snack by pregnant women, who are usually advised to have small and frequent meals. This energy and nutrient dense drink will surely boost the growth of the foetus.

What you need (for 1 glass):

Walnuts – 2
Almonds – 4
Unsalted pistachios – 4
Cashew nuts – 3
Dates – 2
Raisins – 10 to 12
Chilled milk – ¾ cup
Honey – 1 tbsp
For The Garnish:
Almond and pistachio slivers – 1 tsp
Saffron strand – 3 or 4
How to prepare:
Soak all the dry fruits in little water.
Remove the skin of the almonds.
Combine all the ingredients and blend in a mixer with a small quantity of milk till smooth.
Mix in the remaining chilled milk and blend.

Serve immediately garnished with almonds, pistachios and saffron.