8 Amazing Mango Dessert Recipes With Nutritional Value

With the sweet lingering aroma, its rich flavours and a splashing range of colours as it slowly ripens to its full bloom; mangoes are a delight in every way. Although we all have our sweet ways to use the flavoursome mangoes, the fruit can be used in countless ways and make super yummy recipes. Read on for some amazing and delightful mango dessert recipes.

How to Collect Mango Pulp?

Before we start listing the mango dessert recipes, here is a basic way to collect the mango pulp. This can be used in several recipes. As it can also be stored for up to 6 months in a freezer, it is an easy and effective way to use mangoes even when they are not in season. To make mango pulp: 

1. Soak mangoes in a deep bowl filled up with water for 30 minutes. Make sure you use well-ripened sweet mangoes.
2. Press each mango evenly from each side till it turns soft. 
3. After uniformly pressing each mango, remove its eye to squeeze out its pulp. 
4. Collect the pulp of all mangoes in a deep bowl. 
5. Blend it well with a hand blender.
6. Use immediately or store in an air-tight container in the freezer. 

Mango Dessert Recipes

Listed below are 8 amazing mango dessert recipes to satiate your sweet tooth:

1. Mango Shrikhand 

A popular Indian dessert made from hung curd, sweet mangoes and a handful of flavourings is sure to be a mouth-watering delight. To make Mango Shrikhand: 

1. Add a few strands of saffron to a tbsp of warm milk. Mix it well and keep it aside for some time. 
2. Take 2 cups of hung curd in a deep bowl and whisk well. 
3. Add ¾ cup of mango pulp, and a half cup of powdered sugar and whisk well again.
4. Add half a tsp of cardamom powder, a pinch of nutmeg powder and saffron-milk mixture and mix well.
5. Sprinkle finely chopped almonds and pistachios.
6. Refrigerate for an hour and serve chilled.

Nutritional Value Per Cup

1. Energy – 514 calories
2. Protein – 13.8 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 48.2 gm
4. Fibre – 0.6 gm
5. Fat – 23 gram
6. Cholesterol – 43.5 mg
7. Sodium – 66 mg

2. Mango Ice Cream

Ice cream is everyone’s favourite. The sweet Alphonso mangoes make it simply irresistible. The steps to make mango ice cream made from Alphonso mango pulp mixed with milk, condensed milk, and sugar are:

1. Mix 1 ½ cup Alphonso mango pulp and ½ cup of sugar in a deep bowl and mix well till smooth
2. Add ½ cup condensed milk, 2 cups of milk and 1 tsp of lemon juice and whisk well 
3. Put the mixture in a shallow aluminium container. Cover the container with aluminium foil.
4. Freeze the mixture for 6 hours or till semi-set.
5. Remove the container from the freezer and empty the contents into a blender and blend well again.
6. Transfer back the mixture into the shallow aluminium container again.
7. Cover the container with an aluminium foil and freeze till fully set.
8. Scoop and serve chilled.

Nutritional Value Per Serving

1. Energy – 252 calories
2. Protein – 5.2 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 39.3 gm
4. Fibre – 0.3 gm
5. Fat – 6.8 gram
6. Cholesterol – 10.7 mg
7. Sodium – 55.7 mg

3. Mango Sandesh

This Bengali mango dessert recipe uses grated paneer, sugar, dry fruits, and a load full of mangoes. To make this scrumptious delight: 

1. Take ½ cup freshly grated paneer, add ¼ cup powdered sugar and 2 drops of rose essence in a deep bowl and knead well.
2. Divide the dough into two halves.
3. Roll out one portion of the dough evenly on a plate.
4. Cut mangoes into neat cubes. Arrange ½ cup cubes carefully over the spread-out dough.
5. Roll out the second portion of the dough evenly and place it carefully on mango cubes to form the second layer.
6. Arrange mango cubes atop again.
7. Garnish with finely chopped pistachios.
8. Refrigerate for 2 hours and serve chilled.

Nutritional Value Per Serving

1. Energy – 173 calories
2. Protein – 5.3 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 17.9 gm
4. Fibre – 0.2 gm
5. Fat – 8.9 gram
6. Sodium – 9.1 mg

4. Mango Pancakes

One recipe that goes well with children is the pancake. Adding mangoes to it not just enhances its flavour but also makes it healthier. To make these yummy sizzling hot pancakes:

1. Take ¾ cup mango cubes or mango pulp, add ¼ cup powdered sugar and blend well to make a smooth paste.
2. Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl. Add ½ cup refined flour or maida, ½ cup corn flour, ½ cup milk, 2 tbsp melted butter, ½ tsp cardamom powder and a pinch of salt and whisk well using a handheld whisk.
3. Grease a mini uttapa pan with a tsp of butter.
4. Pour 1 tbsp of batter into each uttapa cavity.
5. Cook on medium flame till golden brown on both sides. 
6. Serve hot

Nutritional Value Per Pancake

1. Energy – 71 calories
2. Protein – 1.4 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 12 gm
4. Fibre – 0.7 gm
5. Fat – 1.8 gram
6. Cholesterol – 4.4 mg
7. Sodium – 14.6 mg

5. Mango and Cookie Cream Sundae

Mango Sundae gives an American twist to the regular mango ice cream. Adding chocolate chip cookies and whipped cream makes it a perfect lip-smacking delight. To prepare mango and cookie cream sundae:

1. Crush 6 chocolate chip cookies to form a coarse powder and keep them aside.
2. Take ¾ cup whipped cream, 1 tbsp sugar, and ¼ tsp vanilla essence. Mix well and keep aside.
3. Mix 1 tbsp of sugar with 1 tbsp of water. Mix well and keep aside.
4. Place crushed cookies in a glass and add a little sugar-water mixture to it. Fill the glass with whipped cream mixture and place neatly cut mango pieces on top. 
5. Garnish with wafer biscuits and serve immediately.

Nutrient Value Per Glass

1. Energy – 761 calories
2. Protein – 8.2 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 92.2 gm
4. Fibre – 0.2 gm
5. Fat – 44.5 gram
6. Sodium – 195.4 mg

6. Mango Phirni

This Punjabi mango dessert recipe made from rice, milk, pureed mangoes, and dry fruits is a yummy creamy pudding. To make Mango Phirni: 

1. Take 5 tbsp of rice. Wash and soak in water for 2-3 hours.
2. Drain the water to form a coarse paste. Keep it aside
3. Take a deep pan and add 1 litre full-fat milk. After a boil, add rice paste and cook on low flame till the milk thickens. 
4. Add 8-10 tbsp sugar, a pinch of saffron pre-soaked in water and ½ tsp cardamom powder. 
5. Turn off the flame. 
6. Add 1 cup mango pulp and mix well.
7. Garnish with finely cut almonds and pistachios.
8. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrient Value Per Serving

1. Energy – 450 calories
2. Protein – 14.7 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 79.6 gm
4. Fibre – 5.3 gm
5. Fat – 9.16 gram
6. Cholesterol – 7.3 mg
7. Sodium – 116 mg

7. Mango Kalakand 

A version of the classical Kalakand, a traditional Rajasthani delight, the Mango Kalakand comes with the added sweetness of ripened mangoes. To make this melt-in-mouth recipe: 

1. Take 1-litre full-fat milk and divide it into two parts. Boil both parts in separate pans. 
2. In the first pan, add 2 tsp of vinegar. As the boiled milk splits, add cold water. Using a muslin cloth, strain out the cheena from the curdled milk.
3. In the second pan, add two pinches of saffron and keep the milk on low flame for reducing the milk further. 
4. Once this is reduced to half, add cheena separated from the first pan. Also, add 1 cup of chopped mangoes and 4-5 tsp of sugar. Keep on low flame till the consistency is thick. 
5. Remove from flame and add 2 tsp of ghee. 
6. Grease a plate and spread the kalakand mixture evenly. 
7. Garnish with finely sliced pistachios.
8. Let it cool before slicing it. 
9. Garnish with neatly cut mango cubes. Serve at room temperature. 

Nutrient Value Per Serving

1. Energy – 131 calories
2. Protein – 3.8 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 9.5 gm
4. Fat – 8.7 gram
5. Sodium – 4.2 mg

8. Peach and Mango Milkshake

A yummy mix of peaches and mangoes blended in milk and flavoured with vanilla ice cream, the Peach and Mango Milkshake is a sweet and tasty refresher. To make Peach and Mango Milkshake

1. Take 1 cup peach cubes, add 1 cup mango cubes, 1 ½ cup milk, 1 cup vanilla ice cream, and 2 tbsp powdered sugar. Mix them well in a blender till smooth.
2. Add ice cubes and serve chilled.

Nutrient Value Per Glass

1. Energy – 217 calories
2. Protein – 5.1 gm
3. Carbohydrates – 27.2 gm
4. Fibre – 0.7 gm
5. Fat – 7.9 gram
6. Cholesterol – 12 mg
7. Sodium – 24 mg

Conclusion

Indulge in the sweetness of mangoes with these heavenly mango dessert recipes. They are easy and quick to make and taste delicious. With an easy way to draw out mango pulp, the same can be preserved in the freezer throughout the year. For an instant tip, prefer using Alphonso mango. Marked as the king of mangoes, Alphonso mango is praised for its sweetness, flavour, and texture. This makes any recipe for mango dessert more flavoursome. It also reduces the amount of added sugar, making it more healthy.