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    Home » Cool Drinks » Sweet Lassi Recipe

    Sweet Lassi Recipe

    Published: Jul 5, 2020 · Modified: Jul 24, 2020 by Bhawana ·

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    Indian Sweet Lassi is a very popular curd based traditional Indian summer drink, especially from Punjab. Blending curd or yogurt, sugar, cardamom, and garnish with some dry fruits, serve this chilled drink with few ice cubes.

    Lassi is very refreshing drink and served after the meal or served as is.

    Lassi is a very popular curd based traditional Indian summer drink especially from Punjab. Blending together curd, sugar, saffron or cardamom and garnish with some dry fruits, serve this chilled drink with few ice cubes. Lassi is very refreshing drink and served after the meal.
    Sweet Lassi prepared using Saffron strands

    These days many fruit-based lassis are available which are easy to make at home. But this basic sweet lassi still works wonders.

    In Punjab this is served in big glasses with parathas, having a layer of homemade butter on top of it. This buttery lassi is knowns as Makkhanya lassi.

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    • 1 What is Lassi
    • 2 Health Benefits
    • 3 Difference between Lassi and Buttermilk
    • 4 Why you will love this recipe
    • 5 Ingredients
    • 6 How to make Punjabi lassi
    • 7 Serving suggestions
    • 8 Storing suggestions
    • 9 Variations
    • 10 Tips & FAQ's
    • 11 Sweet Lassi Recipe | How To Make Sweet Lassi

    What is Lassi

    Lassi drink can be described as yogurt or curd whisked with some flavor (fruits, saffron or cardamom) and sweetener.

    It is a yogurt or curd based refreshing Indian summer drink, prepared by churning homemade curd & flavoring like cardamom or saffron.

    You can see how to make yogurt (curd) at home using instant pot.

    Traditionally it is prepared to beat curd in an earthen pot with a wooden whisk. Top it with some homemade "malai" (cream) and just relish.

    I made this in the blender and added some milk to dilute it. You can add water too, also there is no cream or homemade butter in this lassi.

    You can make sweet & salted lassi but the sweet version is more popular in all over the world.

    Lassi is a very popular curd based traditional Indian summer drink especially from Punjab. Blending together curd, sugar, saffron or cardamom and garnish with some dry fruits, serve this chilled drink with few ice cubes. Lassi is very refreshing drink and served after the meal.
    Indian Sweet Lassi With saffron

    Health Benefits

    Yogurt or curd based drinks are very healthy.

    • Having good bacteria lassi helps in digestive system health.
    • Rich in calcium and takes care of bone health.
    • Build immunity & stamina if taken every day.
    • A great probiotic drink which prevents any stomach related problem like gas, bloating.

    Difference between Lassi and Buttermilk

    Lassi & Buttermilk both are Indian summer drinks. Lassi is originated from Punjab, whereas Buttermilk is from Rajasthan & Gujrat.

    Buttermilk is prepared with the leftover liquid after butter is churned out from the cream. Lassi is a purely yogurt-based drink.

    Buttermilk is always salted and very thin consistency drink whereas Lassi is supposed to be thick, creamy & flavored with cardamom or saffron.

    Why you will love this recipe

    Lassi is one of the cooking drink, you will love it everyday because

    • Due to curd or yogurt, it helps in digestion.
    • A great probiotic drink to have with every meal.
    • If prepared with greek yogurt then a protein-rich drink.
    • Provides calcium and other nutrients.
    • In summer helps in cooling the body from inside.

    Ingredients

    Please check RECIPE CARD for detailed ingredients list with accurate measurement.

    Indian sweet lassi ingredients
    • Yogurt- I am using greek yogurt to make Indian lassi. Normally plain curd is used to make Punjabi lassi.
    • Flavorings- Cardamom or saffron strands are preferred to add while blending. I used cardamom powder to make this sweet lassi. (Saffron version also mentioned below the picture)
    • Garnishing- Chopped dry fruits like almond & pistachio are used for garnishing while serving
    • Other Ingredients- Ice cubes & water or milk

    How to make Punjabi lassi

    Lassi is one of the easiest summer drinks to prepare. You can make using a blender and also without a blender. Let see how to make lassi at home.

    Step-1 Add all ingredients in blender

    Add all the lassi ingredients in the blender

    Take all ingredients listed (except "For garnish"), to a blending jar.

    Step-2 Blend well

    Pulse for few seconds and Indian lassi is ready to serve.

    Pulse for a few seconds till it becomes frothy.

    Step-3 Serve chilled

    Lassi served in glasses, garnished with dry fruits
    Punjabi Sweet Lassi Prepared Using Cardamom Powder

    Pour in two glasses and garnish with dry fruits.Serve Chilled.

    Serving suggestions

    Due to its cooling properties it is prepared more often in summer season. But you can make anytime during the year.

    It is best served after spicy meal to balance the heat. But you can take it any time during the day.

    Palak paneer, sarson da saag, alu matar, alu gobi gravy are few main courses which go well with sweet Punjabi Lassi.

    Storing suggestions

    Though it takes only 5 minutes to make sweet lassi. Still you can make ahead and store in the fridge for 6-7 days.

    Variations

    You can make a variety of sweet lassis by adding different fruits like strawberry, mango, banana and any other sweet fruits.

    Adding rose syrup will make rose lassi, don't forget to add chopped dry fruits while serving.

    You can make chocolate lassi by adding chocolate syrup.

    Adding strawberries will make strawberry lassi.

    Strawberry Lassi With Greek Yogurt
    Close up click of strawberry lassi served in glasses and garnished with mint leaves
    Strawberry lassi or strawberry yogurt smoothie is a fruity version of traditional Indian lassi. Learn how to make this delicious & refreshing summer drink strawberry lassi with 5 ingredients in just 5 minutes.
    Check out this recipe
    Mango Lassi
    mango lassi served in a glass with garnishing
    How to make Mango Lassi - This Indian restaurant's favorite drink, fresh mango lassi made with just a few ingredients & can be easily made at home in 5 min.
    Check out this recipe

    Tips & FAQ's

    1. Use powdered sugar. It dissolves faster.
    2. Make sure curd used in making lassi is not sour.
    3. Adding flavors like cardamom or saffron is completely optional.
    4. Do not pulse more otherwise the butter will start separating from curd.
    5. You can make lassi with greek yogurt like I made, at the same time use less water while making it with regular curd.
    What is curd & buttermilk?

    Curd and buttermilk both are used in Indian traditional recipes. In India we call curd instead of yogurt.

    Buttermilk is the left water after butter is extracted from the cream.

    You may also like some other summer Indian recipes

    • Sattu Drink
    • Watermelon Lemonade
    • Masala Chaas Spiced Butter Milk
    • Shikanji
    • Rose Lemonade or Roohafja Drink
    • 3 Ingredient sugar-free strawberry milkshake

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    Lassi served in glasses, garnished with dry fruits

    Sweet Lassi Recipe | How To Make Sweet Lassi

    Learn how to make sweet lassi by blending curd, sugar, cardamom, and garnish with some dry fruits, serve Indian summer drink sweet lassi with few ice cubes.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Drinks
    Cuisine: Indian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 Servings
    Calories: 186kcal
    Author: Bhawana

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 cup greek yoghurt you can use regular curd as well
    • 1 cup water you can use milk too
    • 4 teaspoon sugar powdered
    • 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
    • Few ice cubes
    • 1 tablespoon pistachio and almond for garnishing
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Take all ingredients listed (except “For garnish”), to a blending jar.
      Add all the lassi ingredients in the blender
    • Pulse for a few seconds till it becomes frothy.
      Pulse for few seconds and Indian lassi is ready to serve.
    • Pour in two glasses and garnish with dry fruits.Serve Chilled.
      A close up click of sweet lassi

    Notes

    Tips 
      1. Use powdered sugar. It dissolves faster.
      2. Make sure curd used in making lassi is not sour.
      3. Adding flavors like cardamom or saffron is completely optional.
      4. Do not pulse more otherwise the butter will start separating from curd.
      5. You can make lassi with greek yogurt like I made, at the same time use less water while making it with regular curd.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0g | Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 98IU | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Kathryn Donangelo

      July 21, 2020 at 7:27 am

      5 stars
      I'm so glad I tried this refreshing and healthy drink!! Will definitely be making this again soon!

      Reply
    2. Michelle

      July 21, 2020 at 7:09 am

      5 stars
      This sweet lassi looks delicious! I have been looking for a good recipe to try it myself at home and yours looks perfect. Thanks so much for sharing, I'm really looking forward to making this.

      Reply
    3. Pam

      July 21, 2020 at 6:59 am

      5 stars
      Healthy, good and easy to make. This Lassi ticks all the boxes. Beautiful photos, too!

      Reply
    4. Angela

      July 21, 2020 at 6:50 am

      5 stars
      What a refreshing and simple drink! I love how smooth and flavorful it is. Perfection!

      Reply
    5. Beth

      July 21, 2020 at 6:41 am

      5 stars
      Yum! This looks so delicious and refreshing! I can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply
    6. Caroline

      July 19, 2020 at 4:00 am

      5 stars
      I'm a big fan of lassi, it's so refreshing and love the cardamon flavor too.

      Reply
    7. Adrianne

      July 19, 2020 at 2:03 am

      5 stars
      This looks great! The tip about powdered sugar is very helpful also. I can see this being so thirst quenching. Love it and I will give it a go. Thanks!

      Reply
    8. Dannii

      July 19, 2020 at 12:59 am

      5 stars
      This looks SO good. Perfect for a summer afternoon treat.

      Reply
    9. Emmeline

      July 18, 2020 at 11:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love mango lassi and have it whenever it's on the menu - but I never had this basic sweet version before! Looking forward to trying it!

      Reply
      • Bhawana

        July 19, 2020 at 7:59 am

        I am glad to know Emmeline. Do try it, one of the traditional Indian lassi.

        Reply
    10. Kushigalu

      July 18, 2020 at 5:20 pm

      5 stars
      One of the best, healthy and refreshing drink to try this summer. Thanks for sharing

      Reply

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