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Mango Mousse Cake

Delightfully Creamy Mango Mousse Cake for Tropical Bliss

A refreshing eggless Mango Mousse Cake that’s a tropical delight, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup Cake Flour Use all-purpose flour as a denser substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder A leavening agent to ensure the cake rises perfectly.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Enhances fluffiness and gives the cake a beautiful color.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Consider coconut sugar for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Milk Can be substituted with non-dairy milk for a vegan option.
  • 1/3 cup Neutral Oil Canola or vegetable oil works well.
  • 1 large Egg For an eggless version, use a flaxseed egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water).
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Imparts delightful flavor to the cake.
For the Mango Mousse
  • 2 tablespoons Gelatin Powder Opt for agar-agar for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water Activates the gelatin for a firm mousse.
  • 2 cups Mango Chunks (for mousse) Use fresh or frozen for convenience.
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream Make sure it’s cold for the best results.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the mousse to perfection.
For the Mango Curd Topping
  • 1 cup Mango Chunks (for curd) Enhance the flavor of the topping with fresh mango.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for curd) Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can be substituted with arrowroot powder.
  • 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry) Activates cornstarch for a smooth curd.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Blender
  • Hand mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9" springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  3. Add milk, oil, egg (or flaxseed egg), and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  6. To prepare mousse, bloom gelatin in cold water, then gently heat until dissolved.
  7. Blend mango chunks until smooth and mix in dissolved gelatin.
  8. Whip cold cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the mango mixture.
  9. Pour the mousse over the cooled cake and chill for 4-6 hours until set.
  10. For the mango curd, combine mango puree and sugar in a saucepan; thicken with a cornstarch slurry and stir in butter.
  11. Spread mango curd over the set mousse layer and create a decorative pattern if desired.
  12. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve chilled and consider garnishing with fresh mango slices and mint for a beautiful presentation.

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