Description
Mango Mousse Cake is a light and elegant dessert featuring a soft vanilla sponge cake topped with a silky mango mousse and finished with a glossy mango glaze. Bursting with tropical flavor, this refreshing cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or warm-weather gatherings.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1 prepared 8-inch vanilla sponge cake layer
- For the Mango Mousse:
- 2 cups mango puree (fresh or canned)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- For the Mango Glaze:
- 1 cup mango puree
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- Garnish:
- Fresh mango cubes
- Whipped cream
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Place the vanilla sponge cake into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan.
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Warm the bloomed gelatin gently until dissolved, then stir it into the mango puree.
- Beat the cream cheese with the sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and mango puree mixture, mixing until fully combined.
- Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mango mixture until light and airy.
- Spread the mousse evenly over the sponge cake and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Prepare the glaze by blooming the remaining gelatin in cold water, dissolving it, and stirring it into the mango puree mixed with sugar.
- Allow the glaze to cool slightly, then pour it over the chilled mousse.
- Refrigerate for another 1-2 hours until the glaze is fully set.
- Carefully remove the springform ring.
- Garnish with whipped cream, fresh mango cubes, and mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet mangoes such as Ataulfo or Kent for the best flavor.
- Ensure the mousse is well chilled before adding the glaze.
- Do not overheat the gelatin, as it may lose its setting ability.
- For the cleanest slices, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe it dry between cuts.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International