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Fast and Easy Mango Mousse Recipe

Inside: Learn how to make this delicious and easy mango mousse that is a perfect and refreshing dessert for any time of year.

mango mousse in a cute gold and white bowl with a mint leaf on top

This delicious mango mousse dessert brings back so many amazing memories from growing up in Mexico. During the months of April and May, it is mango season. Where I grew up, everyone was excited for this time of year because it brought work for so many people.

The people that grew mangoes harvested them, packed, them, and sold them. Mangoes are so popular in Mexico and I will always remember with fondness that time of year and all of the fun activities and events that we all participated in.

This mango mousse recipe is easy to make, incredibly creamy, and perfect for a quick and easy dessert.

What is Mango Mousse?

Mango mousse is a delicious dessert that is made with fresh mangoes, heavy whipping cream, greek yogurt, and a few other simple ingredients. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and a few hours until it is fully set and you can enjoy it.

three mango mousse bowls on a wooden board

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The texture is light and velvety and the flavors are amazing. I made this for my kids and husband recently, and they all loved it and kept coming back for more.

What Ingredients do you need to make Mango Mousse?

To make this tasty recipe, you just need to gather the following ingredients:

  • 2 Tablespoons of Unflavored Gelatin
  • 1 Cup of Water to Dissolve the Gelatin
  • 2 Cups of Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 4 Mangoes (removed from the core)
  • 1 Cup of Sugar
  • 2 Cups of Plain Greek Yogurt

That is it! There are only 6 simple ingredients, and then you are ready to get started.

How Do You Make Mango Mousse?

Start by dissolving the unflavored gelatin in the cup of water over medium heat, stirring until it is dissolved.

Next, whip the heavy whipping cream with a mixer until it is light and creamy.

Mango mousse being scooped out with a golden colored spoon

Add the rest of the ingredients to a blender with the gelatin mixture, and blend together. Fold in the heavy whipping cream and add to a dish of your choice and refrigerate for 4-5 hours and it is ready to enjoy.

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Fast and Easy Mango Mousse Recipe

Learn how to make this delicious and easy mango mousse that is a perfect and refreshing dessert for any time of year. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Refrigerating Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: mango, mango mousse
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 265kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp Unflavored Gelatin
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 4 Mangoes the Pulp
  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 2 Cups Plain Greek Yogurt

Instructions

  • Dissolve the gelatin in the water in a saucepan over medium heat
  • Whip the heavy whipping cream with a mixer
  • Combine all of the ingredients (including the gelatin) except the whipped cream in a blender and blend well.
  • Fold in the Whipped Cream and place in a dish and refrigerate for 4-5 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 1331IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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