Would you like to prepare an unusual dessert but are short on time? Our mango jelly recipe comes to the rescue! It’s a hassle-free treat that takes no more than 10 minutes to put together. And the good news: It is too sugar free and low in caloriesmeaning you can enjoy it guilt-free.
Our jelly recipe is a healthier, plant-based alternative to the traditional gelatine dessert. how did we do it We left out refined sugar and used a combination of blended mango and pineapple juice. We’ve also replaced animal-based gelatin with a vegan-friendly alternative, agar agar powder.
Put the mango puree in a saucepan with the pineapple juice, add the agar-agar and leave to stand for 5 minutes. Then just pour it into molds and let the jelly set in the fridge. When done, flip onto a plate and garnish with fruit, nuts, yogurt, chocolate, or ice cream. You can turn this treat into a glamorous dessert perfect for a special occasion.
Using pureed mango instead of mango juice helps reduce sugar while adding fiber and bulk to the jelly. Make sure you use very ripe mangoes as they taste sweeter. But don’t worry if they’re not superripe; Pineapple juice balances out any bitterness and gives the jelly a nice tropical flavor.
In our previous recipes we’ve often used vegan gelatin to thicken the jelly, but this time we wanted to experiment with agar-agar. And we got great results! This natural gelling agent is derived from red algae and is commonly found in powder or flake form. It is often used to prepare desserts such as puddings, mousses, ice cream and cheesecake.
Ok, now it’s time to prep your pudding molds and make a delicious mango dessert that’s perfect for celebrating the summer season. Enjoy!
And if you’re in the mood for more exotic jelly recipes, we think you’ll love these Butterfly Pea Blue Jelly and Green Pandan Jelly. Try it!