Description
This Mango Tiramisu is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring a luscious eggless and dairy-free mango curd and mascarpone cream made with vegan ingredients. Layers of vegan cookies soaked in a wild mango balsamic soak are combined with fresh diced mango and a rich, airy mango mascarpone cream, culminating in a tropical, creamy treat perfect for a summer dessert or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Mango Curd
- 320 g mango pulp
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons wild mango balsamic vinegar
- 40 g cornstarch
Wild Mango Balsamic Soak
- 4 tablespoons wild mango balsamic vinegar
- 4 tablespoons mango pulp
- 4 tablespoons hot water
Mango Mascarpone Cream
- 600 g vegan cream cheese (cold)
- 120 g vegan Greek-style yogurt (cold)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 g powdered sugar
- 120 g (½ cup) chilled mango curd (reserved from above)
Assembly
- 500 g vegan cookies
- 2 fresh mangoes (finely diced)
- remaining mango curd for topping
- Mango slices and chunks for garnish
Instructions
- Cornstarch Slurry Preparation: In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of wild mango balsamic vinegar with 40 g of cornstarch to form a smooth paste. This slurry will be used to thicken the mango curd later.
- Cook Mango Curd: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 320 g of mango pulp and 100 g of granulated sugar. Stir frequently as the mixture warms. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering mango mixture, reduce heat to medium or low if using gas, and whisk continuously for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spatula. Remove from heat once thickened.
- Chill Mango Curd: Immediately cover the surface of the hot mango curd with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Let it cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill completely for about 1 hour.
- Prepare Mango Balsamic Soak: In a large shallow bowl, combine 4 tablespoons wild mango balsamic vinegar, 4 tablespoons mango pulp, and 4 tablespoons hot water. Stir to blend and set aside for dipping the cookies.
- Make Mango Mascarpone Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat 600 g cold vegan cream cheese with an electric whisk until light and airy. Add 120 g cold vegan Greek-style yogurt, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and 30 g powdered sugar. Whisk again until smooth and fully combined.
- Incorporate Mango Curd: Add 120 g (½ cup) of the chilled mango curd to the cream cheese mixture and whisk to combine thoroughly. Reserve remaining curd in the refrigerator for topping later.
- Assemble Base Layer: Spread 2 tablespoons of the mango mascarpone cream evenly over the bottom of a 9-inch square serving dish to secure the cookies. Quickly dip each vegan cookie (500 g to cover 2 layers) on one side into the mango balsamic soak and arrange them in two layers in the dish, avoiding soaking so they do not become soggy.
- Add Mango Diced Pieces: Distribute half of the finely diced fresh mango evenly over the layered cookies.
- Add First Cream Layer: Spread half of the mango mascarpone cream over the mango pieces, smoothing it evenly with an offset spatula.
- Second Cookie Layer: Create a single layer of vegan cookies dipped quickly on one side in the balsamic soak, arranging them over the cream layer.
- Top with Remaining Mango and Cream: Add the remaining diced mango evenly, then top with the remaining mango mascarpone cream, smoothing the surface with an offset spatula.
- Chill the Tiramisu: Refrigerate the assembled tiramisu for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and for the dessert to set properly.
- Add Mango Curd Topping and Garnish: Before serving, stir the reserved mango curd and pour it evenly over the tiramisu’s surface. Smooth it with an offset spatula and garnish with additional fresh mango slices and chunks for a vibrant, fresh finish.
Notes
- Use fully ripe mangoes for the best flavor and sweetness in the mango pulp.
- Wild mango balsamic vinegar provides a unique tangy and fruity flavor; a similar fruit-flavored balsamic vinegar can be substituted if unavailable.
- Chill vegan cream cheese and yogurt beforehand for optimal whipping and texture.
- Vegan cookies should be firm and not too crumbly to hold up in the soak and layers.
- The mango curd can be made a day ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
- The dessert tastes best when chilled overnight to enhance the layering flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion (Italian-inspired with tropical mango flavors)
Keywords: Mango Tiramisu, Vegan Dessert, Dairy-Free, Eggless, Mango Curd, Mango Mascarpone Cream, No-Bake Tiramisu, Tropical Dessert
