Mango Sago Coconut Milk Dessert Cups
A refreshing dessert made with ripe mangoes, chewy sago pearls, and creamy coconut milk, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without turning on the oven.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Sago Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked sago pearls, cooled and rinsed
Mango Ingredients
- 2 to 3 pieces ripe mangoes, diced (plus extra for topping) Use very ripe mangoes for best flavor.
- 1 cup mango puree Blend one mango with a splash of coconut milk until smooth.
Coconut Milk Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 cups coconut milk (chilled is best) Use full-fat or light depending on preference.
Sweetening Ingredients
- 2 to 4 tablespoons sweetener (optional, adjust to taste) Honey, maple syrup, or condensed milk may be used.
- 1 pinch salt A small amount enhances mango flavor.
Instructions
Preparing Sago Pearls
- Bring a large pot of water to a strong boil.
- Add the sago pearls slowly and stir immediately to prevent clumping.
- Keep it at a gentle boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until most pearls are translucent.
- Turn off the heat and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to finish cooking.
- Drain and rinse pearls under cool water to remove extra starch.
Assembling the Dessert Cups
- Blend one mango with a splash of coconut milk to create a smooth mango puree.
- In a bowl, stir coconut milk with a pinch of salt and any sweetener if using.
- In each cup, layer sago, followed by mango puree, then diced mango. Repeat layers if cups are tall.
- Top with additional diced mango and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Serve these cups cold with optional toppings like toasted coconut flakes or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence. These cups can be prepared ahead of time for best flavor.