Help in solving the mango overproduction problem!
It’s not new knowledge that the Philippine Mango or the “Carabao” mango is one of the best varieties of mango out there. It’s not only recognized locally but also internationally as proven by restaurants such as Hui Lau Shan. That’s why when summer comes around, it comes as no surprise that locals flock to markets to get some of this sweet fruit when it’s abundant and no doubt sweet.
This year, however, compared to the previous years, the El Nino phenomenon didn’t only bring the heat but it also brought about an overabundance of mangoes, one that farmers can’t deal with on their own.
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So, why not help the farmers out and get yourself a lot of this sweet, healthy fruit? Even better, make desserts out of them!
Not sure where to start? No worries! Try out these five desserts inspired by the Filipino classic and undying craze, Mango Float or Mango Graham.
Tip: Have ripe mangoes all year round by freezing them when they're sweet! Simply put the slices on a baking tray and once they're frozen, transfer them into reusable containers/ziploc bags.
Mango Float Recipe
An interesting Filipino take on a cake, the mango float is a classic that Filipinos just can’t get enough of.
Here’s a modified recipe from Panlasang Pinoy:
Ingredients (for two layers):
- 1 tbsp crushed graham
- 20 pieces graham crackers
- 1 cup of all purpose cream
- 3/4 cup condensed milk
- 2 cups thinly sliced mango
For the procedure, head on to Panlasang Pinoy’s website.
Not willing to wait for 3 hours? No worries! Head on to Quarks and Quills and try out their Mango Graham Cake!
Mango Graham Sago’t Gulaman
Not into a lot of graham? Then the Mango Graham Sago’t Gulaman is a perfect drink, snack, and dessert.
Here’s a modified recipe from Mortar and Pastry:
Ingredients:
- 1 pack mango flavored gulaman
- 6 cups water
- 1 can cremdensada
- 1 can condensed milk
- 1 cup all purpose cream
- 1 minced/pureed mango
- 2 cubed mangoes
- 1 1/2 cups of cooked sago
- Graham powder/bits
For the procedure, you can head to Mortar and Pastry’s YouTube Video.
Mango Graham Shake
Love Mango Graham but hate that it’s not portable? Then turn the mango graham into a shake and bring it around you while you shop!
Here’s a modified recipe from SarapChannel:
Ingredients:
- 6 tbsp mango cubes
- 3 tbsp evaporated milk
- 6 tbsp condensed milk
- 3 cups crushed ice
- 1 cup crushed grahams
- Optional: sago/pearls
For the procedure, head on to SarapChannel’s YouTube video.
Don't have a blender or is your blender not strong enough to crush ice?
Mango Graham Ice Cream
Feeling the heat? Then this Mango Graham Ice Cream won’t only cool you down but also bring a smile to your sweet toothed face.
Here’s a modified recipe from PinoyRecipe.Net:
Ingredients:
- 1 box of all-purpose cream
- 1 can of kremdensada
- 1 large sweet ripe, sliced
- 3 pieces of graham crackers
- 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
For the procedure, head onto PinoyRecipe.Net’s website.
Mango Cheesecake
If you’re not into the consistently sweet flavor of a mango float, then a mango cheesecake that’s slightly tart and rich is the dessert for you.
Here’s a modified recipe from Create with Cream:
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 250 mL all purpose cream
- 2 tbsp unflavored gelatin (dissolved in 1/4 cup lukewarm water)
- 2 pcs cubed mango
- Optional: 1 tsp unflavored gelatin (dissolved in 1/4 cup lukewarm water)
For the procedure, head on to Create with Cream’s website.
Not into waiting? Then head on to Sobremesa and try out their Mango Almond Cheesecake! And with Booky, you can get up to ₱300 off your bill!
Now that you have five mango float or mango float inspired recipes to try out, get your chef on and try them out! And if your sweet tooth’s not yet satisfied, simply type “DESSERT” in the Booky app to search for places where you can mango desserts or desserts in general for your sweet tooth.
Let us know what you think of these dishes when you try them! Tag us on Instagram @bookyapp and don’t forget to use the hashtag #bookymanilawhenever you post photos of your foodtrips with your friends! Happy eating!
