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Mango Mousse Cake

Refreshing Mango Mousse Cake for a Tropical Delight

Mango Mousse Cake is a delightful, eggless no-bake dessert that transports you to a tropical paradise with every slice.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layer
  • 1 cup Cake Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Dairy or non-dairy options are fine.
  • 1/4 cup Neutral Oil Can use melted butter.
  • 1 Large Egg Swap with flaxseed if eggless.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used.
For the Mango Mousse
  • 1 tbsp Gelatin Powder Substitute with agar-agar for vegetarian.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water Activates gelatin.
  • 2 cups Mango Chunks Use ripe mangoes.
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust based on taste.
For the Mango Curd
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Coconut oil is dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Additional Sugar Adjust for tanginess preference.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9” springform pan by greasing it lightly. Whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl. Combine wet ingredients - granulated sugar, milk, neutral oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour into pan and bake for about 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes, then dissolve over low heat. Puree most mango chunks in a blender, then mix in dissolved gelatin. Whip cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; fold in mango puree. Pour mousse over the cooled cake and chill.
  3. Heat remaining mango puree with sugar until warm. Create a cornstarch slurry with cold water and stir into warmed mango mixture; cook until thickened for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in butter, and strain curd. Cool slightly before spreading on mousse layer.
  4. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, preferably overnight to enhance flavors and texture. This allows layers to set beautifully.
  5. Remove cake from springform pan when serving. Slice with a warm knife and plate with extra mango slices and mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use ripe mangoes for the best flavor and texture. Allow the cake to chill overnight for the best results.

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