Description
To truly appreciate this dessert, you have to understand the interplay of its three main components. At its base, you have a classic pressed crumb crust that provides a sturdy, buttery foundation with a subtle hint of toasted coconut. This structure holds the star of the show: a luxurious, silky filling made from whipped cream cheese and thick coconut cream. The filling is mildly sweet, deeply fragrant, and infused with a touch of citrus juice to keep it tasting bright and balanced rather than overly heavy.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 200 g digestive biscuits (or graham crackers), crushed
- 80 g melted butter
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
For the filling
- 250 g cream cheese, softened
- 200 ml coconut cream (or thick coconut milk)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
- 1 tsp gelatin powder (optional, for a firmer tart) dissolved in 2 tbsp warm water
For the topping
- 2 ripe mangoes, thinly sliced or diced
- 2 tbsp toasted shredded coconut
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust
- Mix the crushed biscuits, melted butter, and shredded coconut until evenly combined.
- Press firmly into the base and sides of a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan.
- Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
- Make the filling
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, coconut cream, and lemon juice.
- If using gelatin, stir it in now and mix well.
- Spread the filling evenly into the chilled crust.
- Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.
- Decorate
- Arrange the fresh mango slices over the tart.
- Sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Serve
- Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled.
Notes
With its buttery crust, creamy coconut filling, and sweet mango topping, this easy no-bake tart is a delicious dessert that requires minimal effort and no oven—perfect for summer gatherings or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360 kcal
Keywords: chilled mango coconut pie, easy mango coconut dessert, raw mango coconut cake, unbaked mango coconut tart