Description
If you have never experienced this style of sweet treat before, you are in for a massive upgrade to your dessert routine. At its core, Creamy Mango Sago Coconut Dessert Pouches are a modern, highly portable twist on a classic Asian dessert soup. Instead of serving the mixture loose in a traditional bowl, this recipe thickens the base slightly and layers the components inside food-safe pouches. This presentation not only looks beautiful with its distinct layers of yellow and white, but it also allows the flavors to meld together beautifully as the dessert chills.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sago Mixture
- ½ cup small sago pearls
- 4 cups water
- 1½ cups coconut milk
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
For the Mango Layer
- 2 cups ripe mango, diced
- ½ cup mango puree
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For Assembly
- 6–8 food-safe dessert pouches or small cups
- Extra mango cubes for garnish
- Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook the Sago
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the sago pearls and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes until the pearls become mostly transparent.
- Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. Make the Coconut Cream
- In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, condensed milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the cooked sago pearls until evenly coated.
3. Prepare the Mango Layer
- Combine the diced mango, mango puree, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Mix gently.
4. Assemble the Dessert Pouches
- Spoon a layer of mango mixture into each pouch.
- Add the creamy coconut sago mixture on top.
- Finish with extra mango cubes and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes if desired.
5. Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve cold for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert pouch
- Calories: 240 kcal
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