This versatile Mango Puree recipe is simple, quick, and delicious. Fresh mango is blended up into a soft and creamy puree that can be used for desserts, dressings, desserts, cocktails, or as baby food! So get your blender out and let's get started!
Mango puree is super easy to make and has so many uses!
We love whizzing it up and then adding to cocktails (a spoonful into prosecco is incredible!), desserts, dressings or as simple baby food.
If you want the flavor of fresh mango in an easy-to-use puree, try making this easy one ingredient mango puree!
Mango is a stone fruit that is native to South Asia. It is a popular tropical fruit because it is sweet, juicy, and has a unique flavor.
Mangoes come in many different varieties, and each mango has its own unique taste. Some mangoes are more fibrous and have a higher pulp content while others are softer and have less pulp.
Mangoes are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. They can be eaten fresh, or used in recipes such as mango pies, mango salsa, or mango smoothies!
If you love fruit purees, you'll also love Homemade Applesauce, Rhubarb Sauce, and Persimmon Pulp.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Mango puree makes a great addition to smoothies and yogurt bowls.
- It can be used as healthy and delicious baby food.
- It can be used for many different recipes.
- It's freezable.
- A great way to use up mangoes before they overripen.
- Mango pulp is a great way to use up ripe mangoes.
- This recipe is quick and easy to make with only one ingredient!
Ingredients & Tools
- Ripe Mangoes - See below for instructions on how to find ripe mangoes and how to quickly speed up the process of ripening.
- Cutting Board - A cutting board is needed to stabilize the mangoes when preparing them.
- Knife - Use a sharp knife to cut the mangoes.
- Food Processor - This handy kitchen tool will make short work of blending the mangoes into a smooth puree. You can also use a blender or hand held immersion blender.
Please see the recipe card below for quantities.
How to make mango puree
Wondering how to make this Mango Puree recipe? It's easy! Just follow this step-by-step photo tutorial. Then, scroll down for the recipe card for the full ingredients list and recipe method.
Prepare the mangoes: To cut a mango, first slice off each end. Cut the flesh of the mango down the middle, as close to the large, flat seed as possible. Score the flesh of each mango half in a crosshatch pattern and then scoop it out with a spoon.
Blend mangoes: Add the mango chunks to a blender or food processor. Process until it forms a thick mango puree. If it’s too thick, add a teaspoon or two of water to thin it slightly.
Store in the fridge: Use the mango puree immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in a sealed container. You can pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze it.
How to Tell if a Mango is Ripe
You'll want to make sure you have ripe mangoes for this recipe, otherwise, they will not puree properly or be as sweet. Follow these simple steps below:
- Gently squeeze the mango to check if it’s ripe. It should not be slightly firm, but ‘give’ a little when gently pressed, similar to a peach or avocado.
- If the mango is ripe, you’ll be able to smell it by sniffing near the stem end to see if it smells sweet and fruity.
- To ripen a mango quickly, store it on the counter in the fruit bowl or in a paper bag, with a few bananas.
- Once ripe, store mangoes in the fridge to slow down the ripening process.
Serving Suggestions
Drinks: Stir some into champagne for a mango mimosa, use in cocktails, stir into homemade lemonade or add to iced tea. You can freeze the mango pulp in ice cube trays and then use as ice in a gin rickey or other cocktail.
Desserts: use in bars, cakes, muffins, and cookies.
Baby food: Serve it up for babies. You can freeze small portions in ice cure trays, and thaw the single portions.
Drizzle some mango puree on top of a Strawberries and Cream or Peaches and Cream dessert for a boost of tropical flavor.
Blend into a smoothie bowl, or stir into yogurt or oatmeal, for additional texture and flavor.
Add to a serving dish and top with a dollop of Coconut Whipped Cream Frosting for an easy and refreshing dessert.
Spread inside a Fruit Summer Roll for even more fruity flavor.
Variations
Use lemon or lime juice to add a tart flavor to the mango puree.
Add a pinch of salt to taste to bring out the natural sweetness of the mango.
Try adding a tablespoon or two of honey, agave, or maple syrup for a sweeter puree.
For baby food, mango puree can be mixed with breast milk, formula, or water to thin it out.
Blend with other fruits such as banana, mango, or pineapple for a whole fruit puree.
Stir in vanilla essence, almond essence or mint essence.
Blend in a pinch of ground cardamom or cinnamon.
Storage
Storing: To store, place mango puree in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days.
Freezing: Pour mango puree into a freezer-safe container, leaving about ½-inch of space at the top. Freeze for up to six months. Let thaw overnight in the fridge before using. Alternatively, freeze in an ice cube tray.
FAQs
Yes, you can use frozen mangoes to make mango puree. Just be sure to thaw them first and drain any excess water before adding them to the blender or food processor.
Mango puree can be used in smoothies, yogurt bowls, as healthy baby food, or in any recipe that calls for mango puree or mango pulp.
Yes, mango puree and mango pulp are the same thing. They are both made by blending mangoes into a smooth consistency.
More Mango Recipes
- Vanilla Mango Soda
- Mango Salad with Lime Ginger Dressing
- Mango Syrup
- Vanilla Mango Muffins
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📖 Recipe
Mango Puree
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Mango 1 mango, ripe, freshly chopped into chunks (225g)
Instructions
- Add the mango chunks to a blender or food processor. Process until it forms a thick mango puree.
- Use the mango puree immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in a sealed container.
Notes
You'll want to make sure you have ripe mangoes for this recipe, otherwise, they will not puree properly or be as sweet. Follow these simple steps below:
- Gently squeeze the mango to check if it’s ripe. It should not be slightly firm, but ‘give’ a little when gently pressed, similar to a peach or avocado.
- If the mango is ripe, you’ll be able to smell it by sniffing near the stem end to see if it smells sweet and fruity.
- To ripen a mango quickly, store it on the counter in the fruit bowl or in a paper bag, with a few bananas.
- Once ripe, store mangoes in the fridge to slow down the ripening process.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.
Sandra D
So simple but so good.
Sisley White - Sew White
I adore mango but making it into a puree means I have started using it for cakes and even as a cheesecake filling.
Toni
I love how easy this is to make!! I could put it to almost any dessert! thanks for the recipe!
Jess
Such a great idea to make this and add it to the top of my yogurt. Genius!
Michelle
So easy to make! Love a dollop of it on some Greek yogurt -- delicious!
Beth
I love how versatile this is! I can see this as a base for mango ice cream or as an addition to a chicken recipe for a tropical kick. Love it.