Mango Pudding Recipe
This creamy mango pudding is a silky-smooth dessert bursting with tropical mango flavor, lightly sweetened, and set to perfection. Made with fresh mango puree, gelatin, and rich cream, it’s an easy yet impressive treat that’s perfect for summer or any special occasion.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 4 packages powdered gelatin
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 can mango slices with juice
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 cups water, divided
Instructions
- Drain the mango slices, keeping aside 1/2 cup of the juice.
- Put the mango slices and the reserved juice into a bowl and beat them with an electric mixer until smooth and pureed.
- In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then add the gelatin and stir quickly until it dissolves completely.
- Pour in the sugar and stir again until fully dissolved, then add the remaining 1 cup of water.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Stir the mango puree and 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons of heavy cream into the water mixture, making sure everything is well combined.
- Pour the mixture evenly into 8 dessert cups.
- Place the cups in the refrigerator and chill them until the pudding is set, at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe, flavorful mangoes for the best taste if substituting fresh mango for canned.
- Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before pureeing mangoes for a smoother texture.
- To make it vegetarian, substitute agar-agar powder for gelatin, following the package instructions.