Ingredients & Measurements
Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.
Main Ingredients
- Paan Leaves – 4 nos
- Cherry Glazed – 6 nos
- Vanilla Ice Cream – 3 scoops
- Crushed Ice – 1 cup
- Toothpick – 2 nos
- Gulkand – 2 tbsp
- Saunf (candy) – 1 tbsp
- Milk (cold) – 1 1/2cups
- Chocolate Syrup – for garnishing
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
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- Tear the paan leaves into smaller pieces. In a blender add the leaves, gulkand, 4 no glazed cherries, saunf, vanilla ice cream, milk and crushed ice. - Blend it till it is smooth. In a tall glass pour chocolate sauce on the sides of the glass.
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- Pour the chilled latte into the glass and serve it immediately.
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- Garnish with a glazed cherry in a toothpick.
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For a detailed step-by-step recipe, click here: https://www.chefkunalkapur.com/recipe/chocolate-paan-latte/
Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip
Use freshly roasted and hand-ground whole spices for the most vibrant flavor profile. Allow aromatics to bloom gently in fat, and always taste your dish in the final 2 minutes of simmering to balance acidity, salt, and heat.
Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice
How long can I store leftover Paan Milk Shake?
You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.
Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?
Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.
What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?
Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.