This Mango Rabdi Recipe Is The OG Summer Dessert You Have To Try

By Garima Johar

May 14, 2026

Made with thickened milk, rabdi is a rich Indian dessert that is often paired with sweets like jalebi, malpua, or even falooda. To give it a summer spin, try this mango rabdi and elevate your favourite desserts.

Ingredients

1 litre of full-cream milk 2 raw mangoes 2 tablespoons sugar ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder 2 tablespoons chopped nuts Chopped mango (for garnish)

Step 1

Heat the milk and simmer, stirring constantly, until it reduces to about 1/3 of its original volume.

Step 2

Once the milk is thickened, add sugar, cardamom powder, and chopped nuts.

Step 3

After you get the desired consistency, remove the heat and let the rabdi cool.

Step 4

Blend raw mangoes to make a puree and fold it into the rabdi.

Step 5

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, garnish with chopped mango pieces, and serve.