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Delicious homemade mango mousse served in a glass with fresh mango slices on top.

Mango Mousse

A delightful, fluffy dessert that melts in your mouth, made with ripe mangoes and heavy cream for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe mangoes, peeled and diced Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Cold cream is recommended for whipping.
  • ΒΌ cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Add more for additional acidity.
Equipment
  • Blender For combining the ingredients.
  • Mixing bowls
  • Serving glasses For presenting the mousse.
  • Electric mixer or hand whisk For whipping the cream.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine the diced mangoes, sugar, vanilla extract, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the mango mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined.
  4. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for a few hours to set.
  5. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with mango slices or mint leaves.

Notes

For added texture, consider folding in crushed nuts or granola before chilling. You can also use coconut cream for a different flavor.