Description
This creamy and refreshing Mango Pudding is a delightful Asian-inspired dessert that blends ripe mango purée with rich coconut milk and cream. Set with gelatin and brightened by a touch of lime juice, it offers a smooth, tropical treat perfect for hot days or any occasion requiring a light yet indulgent sweet finish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and diced, about 2 cups purée)
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk or whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup warm water
For Garnish (optional)
- Diced fresh mango
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Bloom Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften and bloom, preparing it for dissolving into the mixture.
- Prepare Mango Purée: While the gelatin blooms, blend the peeled and diced mangoes in a blender or food processor until completely smooth to create a fresh mango purée.
- Heat Dairy and Sugar: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Stir frequently until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture is heated through but not boiling.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Remove the warm dairy mixture from heat and immediately stir in the bloomed gelatin until it is fully dissolved and incorporated.
- Mix Mango Purée and Lime: Add the prepared mango purée and fresh lime juice to the warm cream mixture. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Set the Pudding: Pour the pudding mixture into small serving glasses or ramekins and transfer them to the refrigerator.
- Chill and Serve: Allow the pudding to chill for at least 4 hours or until fully set. Serve cold, garnish with diced fresh mango and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Use canned mango purée as a convenient alternative when fresh mangoes are out of season.
- Adjust the amount of sugar depending on the ripeness and sweetness of the mangoes used.
- For a dairy-free and vegan-friendly version, substitute all dairy with coconut milk and omit gelatin, using agar-agar as a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
