Indulge in the tropical delight of Mango Float, a classic Filipino dessert that combines the luscious sweetness of mangoes with the creamy richness of whipped cream. This iconic treat is a symphony of flavors and textures, with layers of ripe mango slices, creamy custard, and light and fluffy whipped cream, all enveloped in a bed of crunchy graham cracker crumbs. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations, and it's sure to delight people of all ages. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through three variations of Mango Float: the classic recipe, a no-bake version, and a delightful mango graham float. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this beloved dessert, ensuring that you'll find the perfect one to satisfy your cravings. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets of creating this delectable treat in your own kitchen!
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MANGO FLOAT
You'll want the ripest and juiciest mangoes to really do justice to this popular Filipino dessert. Made of layered whipped sweetened cream, graham cracker crumbs and fruit that's chilled overnight (think icebox cake), it's an easy no-bake dessert you can learn by heart.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 8h20m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the cream, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Beat with a hand mixer until double in volume, about 4 minutes.
- Spread a scant 2 cups of cream in an 8-inch square baking dish, followed by 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs and a third of the mangoes. Continue alternating layers for a total of 9 layers, ending with mango. Chill at least 8 hours and up to overnight.
MANGO FLOAT RECIPE BY TASTY
This Filipino icebox dessert consists of layers of graham crackers, sweetened whipped cream, and ripe mango. Be sure to chill everything, especially the cream, condensed milk, glass dish, mixing bowl, and beaters for the mixer. This will help the cream whip more quickly and everything come together well during assembly. Thaw the float before serving, or serve slightly frozen. Enjoy with your favorite dessert wine, cocktail, coffee or tea!
Provided by Betsy Carter
Categories Desserts
Time 12h45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel the mangoes and cut the lobes off as close to the pit as possible. Thinly slice half of the mango lobes into ¹⁄₁₆-inch (15 mm)-thick slices, keeping the slices intact and transferring to a tray or plate. Cover and refrigerate until ready to assemble. Cut the remaining mango into ½-inch (1.24 cm) cubes. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
- Add 2 cups of cream to a chilled large bowl and use an electric hand mixer to beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, 3-5 minutes. Add the remaining 2 cups of cream and beat again until stiff peaks form, 3-5 minutes more.
- Add half of the condensed milk and beat until fully incorporated. Add the remaining condensed milk, vanilla, and salt and beat until fully incorporated and stiff peaks form, 4-7 minutes. Give the mixture a final stir with a rubber spatula.
- Line a chilled 7 x 11 (17 x 27 cm) -inch glass dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on all sides.
- Cover the bottom of the dish with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking to fill in any gaps as necessary. Spread 2-3 cups (480-720 ml) of the whipped cream mixture evenly over the graham crackers, all the way to the edges and corners of the dish. Top with ½ of the diced mango. Repeat to make another layer. For the final layer, arrange the graham crackers over the diced mango and top with 2-3 cups of whipped cream. Arrange the thinly sliced mango decoratively on top. Sprinkle crushed graham crackers around the edge of the float.
- Cover the mango float in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4-6 hours, until the cream sets and the graham crackers soften and absorb some moisture. Transfer the float to the freezer for 8 hours, or overnight.
- Remove the float from the freezer and use the parchment paper to lift out of the dish. Let thaw for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your favorite dessert wine, cocktail, coffee, or tea.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 57 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 57 grams
ULTIMATE MANGO FLOAT
This is a great dessert for summer days. Mangoes are one of the most delicious fruits in the world. The best are grown in an island in the Philippines called Guimaras. It is the famous Mango Capital of the world.
Provided by Lucy Apostol
Categories Fruit Desserts
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Sliced mangoes into thin wedges
- 2. Combine condensed milk and all purpose cream. Do not beat. Just mix well.
- 3. Place graham crackers on square glass pan or container.
- 4. Layer mangoes on top of graham crackers. Make sure crackers are covered well with mangoes.
- 5. Spread cream mixture over the mangoes.
- 6. Repeat by putting layers of graham, mangoes and cream until you've used it all. Top off with crushed graham crackers.
- 7. Refrigerate to chill overnight. Mango float tastes more delicious when chilled well.
- 8. Mangoes can be substituted with canned peaches or fruit cocktail. But I prefer fresh mangoes. Much more delicious and refreshing. Great dessert summer days! Enjoy!
MANGO FLOAT DESSERT
Posting this for World Tour 2016 Philippines. Found on a site called Ambitious Chef. Looks yummy and it's no cook! It calls for "thick cream". The recipe below calls for Heavy Cream because Food.com keeps changing the "thick cream" to heavy cream. Looked it up and see that "thick cream" is available in some parts of the world in cans like condensed milk come in. But can't find it in my area, so the best research I found said to substitute creme fraiche, but maybe heavy cream will work well too.
Provided by Mrs Goodall
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix the condensed milk and thick cream until well blended.
- To assemble the mango float, you need small glasses as seen on photo.
- Break up a couple pieces of graham cracker and place the chunks at the bottom of the jars.
- Pour some cream over the graham cracker pieces until the crackers are covered.
- Layer the mangoes on top of the cream.
- Place another layer of graham crackers and repeat process until at the top of the glass, ending with cream and sliced mangoes on top.
- Plastic wrap over the top of the glass and put in the fridge at least 4 hours. Overnight is better.
- Serve and enjoy.
Tips:
- Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor. If your mangoes are not ripe, you can ripen them by placing them in a paper bag with an apple or banana for a few days.
- If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can make your own by crushing graham crackers in a food processor or blender.
- You can use any type of dairy cream for this recipe, such as heavy cream, whipping cream, or sour cream.
- If you want a lighter version of this dessert, you can use low-fat or non-fat dairy cream.
- You can also add other fruits to this recipe, such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.
Conclusion:
Mango float is a delicious and easy-to-make Filipino dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, sweet, and tangy flavor, mango float is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and tropical dessert, give mango float a try!
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