Brazilian recipe
Mango and Yogurt Mousse (Mousse de manga e iogurte)
A light and refreshing dessert, this mango and yogurt mousse combines tropical fruit flavors with a creamy, well-balanced, and easy-to-prepare texture.
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Ingredients
2 cups chopped mango
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 egg whites
1 cup natural yogurt
1 packet unflavored gelatin
8 individual dessert cups or ramekins with 1/2 cup capacity
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 egg whites
1 cup natural yogurt
1 packet unflavored gelatin
8 individual dessert cups or ramekins with 1/2 cup capacity
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh mangoes at local produce markets or supermarkets. Natural yogurt, gelatin packets, and fresh limes are readily available in the dairy and baking aisles of any neighborhood grocery store.
Preparation method
- Process the mango in a blender until you have a smooth purée.
- Set the purée aside.
- Whisk the egg whites in a mixer until they start to foam.
- Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Set the whipped egg whites aside.
- Pour the water into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over it.
- Let the mixture hydrate for 1 minute.
- Warm the gelatin over a double boiler until it is completely dissolved.
- Fold the dissolved gelatin into the mango purée.
- Add the yogurt and lime zest to the purée and stir well until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the mango cream using a spatula.
- Divide the mixture into individual bowls or cups.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Finish with thin slices of fresh mango just before serving.
Observations
This recipe is a wonderful way to finish a meal on a light note. The use of whipped egg whites creates an airy texture, while the yogurt provides the ideal balance between the sweetness of the mango and the zesty freshness of lime.
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