Baking and desserts · Southeast Asian-inspired
Steamed Mango Pudding
Tender steamed mango puddings made with coconut milk, fresh mango puree, and lime, served warm or chilled.
Tested method, practical cues
Why this steamed mango pudding works
Tender steamed mango puddings made with coconut milk, fresh mango puree, and lime, served warm or chilled. This detailed method emphasizes timing, texture, and the visual cues that matter, making it approachable for a first attempt and dependable enough to repeat.
Before you start
- Keep the steam gentle so water does not splash into the ramekins.
- Ataulfo mangoes produce a particularly smooth, fragrant puree.
Complete recipe
Steamed Mango Pudding
6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups ripe mango puree
- 3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- Toasted coconut and diced mango, to serve
Step-by-step instructions
- Grease six 6-ounce heatproof ramekins. Prepare a wide covered pot or steamer with 1 inch gently simmering water.
- Whisk mango puree, coconut milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and lime zest until smooth.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt separately, then fold into the mango mixture just until no dry streaks remain.
- Divide among ramekins, cover each loosely with foil, and steam for 22 to 27 minutes, until the centers spring back and a tester comes out clean.
- Rest 5 minutes. Serve in ramekins or invert, topped with mango and toasted coconut.
Recipe success tips
Read the full method once before cooking, measure the ingredients first, and use the appearance and texture cues in each step alongside the stated timing.
- Keep the steam gentle so water does not splash into the ramekins.
- Ataulfo mangoes produce a particularly smooth, fragrant puree.
Make ahead, storage, and leftovers
Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. Serve chilled or steam for 3 minutes to rewarm.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use canned mango pulp?
Yes. Reduce sugar if the pulp is already sweetened.
Can I make one large pudding?
Use an 8-inch heatproof dish and steam for 35 to 45 minutes.