Mango Cheesecake
A no-bake cheesecake of cream cheese, mango purée and whipped cream on a buttery biscuit base, set with gelatine and topped with fresh mango and passionfruit.
How to Make Mango Cheesecake
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Grease and line a 23 cm springform tin. Mix the crushed biscuits with the melted butter, press firmly into the base of the tin, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Sprinkle the gelatine over the cold water in a small bowl and leave for 5 minutes to swell, then warm it in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds, until clear. Let it cool a little.
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Beat the cream cheese and sugar together in a large bowl until smooth, then beat in the mango purée. Stir in the gelatine.
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Whip the cream to soft peaks and fold it in in two additions until smooth.
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Pour the filling over the base, smooth the top, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, until firm.
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Arrange the mango slices on top and spoon over the passionfruit pulp.
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Run a knife around the edge, release the springform, and serve chilled.
Tips for Making Mango Cheesecake
- Use very ripe, fragrant mangoes. They give a sweet, deep flavour and a smooth purée, and underripe ones are sour and fibrous.
- Cool the melted gelatine before you add it. Hot gelatine can split the cream cheese, and cold gelatine sets in strings.
- Give the cheesecake the full time to set. It needs several hours before it holds a clean slice, and it is best made the day before.
Common Substitutions & Variations
- Double cream won't whip if you swap it, but for the cooking itself, full-fat crème fraîche or a lower-fat single cream works in its place.
What to Serve with Mango Cheesecake
- Passionfruit pulp
- Lightly whipped cream
- Fresh lime zest
Storing & Reheating Mango Cheesecake
Keeps covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze the un-topped cheesecake for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge overnight, then top with fresh mango.
Mango Cheesecake FAQ: Common Questions
How long does Mango Cheesecake take to make?
About 35 minutes of hands-on work — 30 minutes of preparation and 5 minutes of cooking — plus 6 hours 30 minutes of Chilling, so allow 7 hours 5 minutes from start to finish. The recipe serves 10.
What are the key tips for making Mango Cheesecake?
Use very ripe, fragrant mangoes. They give a sweet, deep flavour and a smooth purée, and underripe ones are sour and fibrous. Cool the melted gelatine before you add it. Hot gelatine can split the cream cheese, and cold gelatine sets in strings. Give the cheesecake the full time to set. It needs several hours before it holds a clean slice, and it is best made the day before.
What should I serve with Mango Cheesecake?
Passionfruit pulp; Lightly whipped cream; Fresh lime zest.
Can Mango Cheesecake be made ahead or frozen?
Keeps covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze the un-topped cheesecake for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge overnight, then top with fresh mango.
How many calories are in Mango Cheesecake?
About 581 kcal per serving, with 7 g protein, 37 g carbohydrate and 45 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Mango Cheesecake Nutrition
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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