Description

This Easy Simple Mango Pudding recipe creates a smooth, creamy dessert made from fresh, ripe mangoes combined with coconut milk and a touch of gelatin. Perfectly chilled, this pudding offers a tropical flavor with a silky texture that melts in your mouth, ideal for a refreshing treat or a light dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Mango Puree

12 oz fresh, fully ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced

Gelatin Mixture

2 tbsp cold water
1.5 tbsp gelatin powder

Other Ingredients

0.54 cups full-fat coconut milk (or evaporated milk/heavy cream/evaporated coconut milk as substitute)
1.5 tbsp white granulated sugar
4 tbsp evaporated milk (or coconut milk for dairy-free version, for serving)

Instructions

Prepare Mango Puree: Peel, pit, and slice the fully ripened mangoes into small pieces. Transfer the pieces into a blender or food processor and blend for at least one minute until the mixture becomes a very smooth purée, breaking down all the mango fibers. For an extra smooth texture, run the puree through a fine sieve.
Bloom Gelatin: In a large bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder into the cold water and mix gently for 30-45 seconds to allow it to thicken. The gelatin will form a gel-like substance with a slight smell, which is normal and will disappear once combined with other ingredients.
Combine Ingredients: To the gelatin mixture, add white granulated sugar, coconut milk, and the mango purée. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Heat and Dissolve Gelatin: Pour the mango mixture into a small pot and place it over medium-low heat. Whisk continuously for about 3 to 4 minutes until the gelatin completely melts and dissolves, ensuring the mixture becomes creamy and completely smooth. Avoid bringing it to a boil or letting it simmer, as this can affect texture.
Set the Pudding: Pour the smooth mango mixture into four greased serving bowls or silicone molds. Remove any air bubbles from the surface by gently poking them and smooth the tops with a spatula. Optionally, cover each bowl or mold with plastic wrap.
Chill to Set: Refrigerate the pudding for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight to allow it to fully set. Serve the pudding chilled, drizzled with evaporated milk or coconut milk if dairy-free.

Notes

Use fully ripe fresh mangoes for the best flavor and texture; avoid canned or unripe mangoes.
For a dairy-free version, replace evaporated milk with coconut milk throughout the recipe.
Do not boil the pudding mixture after adding gelatin to prevent loss of gel setting properties.
For extra smooth pudding texture, strain the mango purée through a fine sieve before mixing with gelatin.
Refrigeration time is essential to allow the pudding to set properly and achieve the desired firmness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian

Keywords: mango pudding, easy mango dessert, tropical pudding, gelatin dessert, coconut milk pudding, fresh mango dessert