Colombian Mango Delight

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 5

Sweet and refreshing Colombian Mango Delight recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

150 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

281

Sugar

41g

Fat

Colombian Mango Delight is a traditional dessert that originated in Colombia, South America. It's a perfect dessert for mango lovers, as it combines the sweet and tangy flavour of mangoes with the creaminess of whipped topping and evaporated milk. The dessert has a smooth and velvety texture and a refreshing fruity taste that makes it an ideal treat for summer days. Typically, it's served at parties, family gatherings, or any other occasion that calls for a sweet treat.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, bring orange juice to a boil.
2.	Remove from heat and sprinkle unflavoured gelatin over the juice, let it dissolve.
3.	In a blender, purée the very ripe mangoes until smooth.
4.	Add the puréed mangoes and sugar to the saucepan and stir together until sugar dissolves.
5.	Stir in evaporated skim milk and let it cool for 20 minutes.
6.	Fold in light whipped topping and pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch dish.
7.	Let it chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, or until set.

PROS

The Colombian Mango Delight dessert is a light and refreshing treat, perfect for hot summer days.

Mango has a sweet and tangy taste, which makes it an excellent ingredient for creating sweet desserts.

With its silky texture, this dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for all mango lovers.

CONS

This dessert contains sugar, which makes it high in calories.

If you’re trying to manage your sugar intake, it’s better to consume this dessert in moderation.

Also, this dessert is not suitable for lactose intolerant individuals since it contains skimmed milk.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mangoes are nutrient-rich fruits that are high in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins A and C.
Consuming mangoes on a regular basis can help boost immunity and prevent chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.
Moreover, orange juice also contains vitamin C, which helps fight infections and reduce inflammation in the body.

	1 cup orange juice
	3 packets unflavored gelatin
	5 medium very ripe mangoes
	1 cup sugar
	1 cup evaporated skim milk
	2 cups light whipped topping