From Kulfi To Cheesecake: Summer Special Mango Desserts

The classic Indian dessert, mango malai kulfi, is a frozen treat for a hot summer day. It is made by slowly cooking milk till it has a thick consistency and a creamy flavour. Once dense, the mango puree is added, and you get a fruity base for the kulfi. Poured into moulds and frozen till firm, you get the nostalgic feeling of biting into the frozen mango dessert at home.

The layered dessert, parfait, is a guilt-free summer dessert which can be prepared in no time. By layering chopped mangoes, whipped cream, and granola or crushed cookies in a tall glass, you can get a creamy dessert to serve instantly.

Unlike ice creams, which require churning, sorbet is one of the simplest desserts you can make. With mango puree, sugar, and a squeeze of lemon, the mixture can be frozen for an icy mango dessert. Being dairy-free, it is also a great frozen dessert option for vegans.

For a healthy dessert, you can make a chia mango pudding. Just mix mango puree with milk, honey, and soaked chia seeds and cook on a low flame. Once you get a custard-like consistency, let it cool. Garnish with chopped mango chunks, and your summer dessert will be ready.

Mango shrikhand, aka aamrakhand, is a popular Indian dessert that is relished in the summer season. The yoghurt-based dessert is given a twist by folding in pureed mango with some sugar, cardamom, and a pinch of saffron. Chilled to perfection, the creamy dessert is a delight for mango lovers.

Featuring a crumbly cracker base and creamy mango filling, this cheesecake requires no baking. Just set the layers in a refrigerator, add whipped cream and some mango chunks on the top, and a refreshing dessert will be ready to take care of you on a hot day.