I simply love mangoes, and I had been looking for an easy dessert that I could whip up fast without any hassle. Then, I came across these easy 3 ingredients mango truffles that changed everything.
Now, whenever I have a sweet craving or any one of my family members or kids asks for something sweet, I follow this mango truffle recipe and make delicious mango dessert balls within minutes.
This summer mango dessert is creamy and fruity. Honestly, these bite-sized mango sweets are just divine. This festive dessert is great for all kinds of occasions, like Diwali, Eid, Christmas, Mother’s Day, etc.
I love this recipe because it’s so easy to make with only 3 ingredients, and it doesn’t need any baking. Even the ingredients are pantry-friendly. Let me share the recipe for these sweet, creamy, and simple mango bites.
Why You’ll Love These Mango Truffles
- Very quick and easy to make.
- Great recipe for beginners to try.
- Perfect creamy texture with crunchy desiccated coconut on the outside.
- A real crowd-pleaser.
- Very customizable with add-ons, like cream cheese, white chocolate, etc.
What Are Mango Truffles?
Mango coconut truffles are Indian ladoo-style, melt-in-your-mouth, bite-size treats that are made with only 3 ingredients.
These are made with mango puree and condensed milk, and have a rich mango flavor. Also, these dessert balls are coated with desiccated coconut for added texture.
Ingredients For Delicious Mango Dessert
- Mango: You can use any kind of mango pulp from fresh mangoes to canned mangoes. Also, you can use any kind of mango you like, depending on your flavor preference.
- Desiccated Coconut: Using roasted desiccated coconut to coat the outside adds texture to the creamy mango filling.
- Condensed Milk: This makes the party treats sweet and adds more flavor.
Expert Tips for Perfect Mango Truffles Every Time
- You need to make sure that you use thick mango pulp to make these mango dessert balls for the best texture.
- Add any kind of flavor extras, like cardamom or saffron, for extra depth.
- You can even add white chocolate or cream cheese for a richer flavor profile.
Variations & Flavor Ideas Flavor
- Mango Coconut Truffles – You can easily make these mango coconut truffles by adding coconut shavings to the mango filling mixture.
- Mango White Chocolate Truffles – Add white chocolate and melt it properly for mango white chocolate truffles.
- Mango Dark Chocolate Truffles – You can also use dark chocolate to make these yummy homemade mango sweets.
- Mango Cheesecake Truffles – Use cream cheese to make mango cheesecake truffles.
How to Serve Mango Truffles
- You can serve these mango sweet balls chilled for the best taste and texture. Just keep them in the fridge for a while before serving—they taste even better when cold.
- These are great for parties, too. You can place the mango sweet balls on a tray or in small cupcake liners to make them look nice and easy to pick up.
- They also make a lovely homemade gift. Pack them in a small box or jar, and they’re perfect for sharing with friends and family.
- Also, you can sprinkle a little extra coconut on top or arrange them neatly on a plate to make them look more appealing.
Storage, Freezing & Make-Ahead Instructions
- If you have any leftover mango truffles, you can store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Rolling the dessert balls in roasted desiccated coconut helps to absorb the moisture over time. So, make sure you store the balls before rolling them in coconut.
- You can also freeze this dessert for about 6 months without it getting bad. Just make sure you put them in an airtight, freezer-safe container before freezing.
- These mango truffles are great for making ahead of time because of the easy recipe and simple ingredients.
3-Ingredient Mango Truffles – No Bake & Super Easy
Ingredients
- 2 large sizes Mango (chopped)
- 2 cups Desiccated Coconut (extra for rolling)
- ½ cup Condensed Milk
Instructions
Prepare the Mango Base
- Take 2 large mangoes and cut them into small pieces.
- Make puree out of the mango pieces using a hand blender.
- Set the puree aside in a different bowl.
Make the Truffle Mixture
- When the puree is made, take a pan and put it on the stovetop on medium-high heat.
- Roast desiccated coconut in the pan for about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Keep stirring the coconut constantly while roasting it.
- Add the mango puree and condensed milk to the pan.
- Mix well and cook until the mixture thickens and begins to pull away from both sides of the pan.
Chill and Shape the Truffles
- Transfer the mango truffle mixture onto a plate.
- Let the mixture cool for a bit.
- Grease your hands with ghee or butter.
- Scoop the mango truffle mixture with a cookie scoop and roll it into small balls.
Coat, Decorate, And Serve!
- Coat the mango truffle balls in the roasted desiccated coconut by rolling them in the coconut.
- Serve and enjoy!
The mango truffles recipe that I shared with you today is a complete fan favorite among my friends and family.
If you liked the recipe and tried it yourself, don’t hesitate to leave a rating and comments, and tell me how your mango truffles turned out. Tell me what flavor variations you have tried!
You can even share photos of the mango truffles you made on social media and tag me when you’re at it. Use hashtags like #mangotruffles, #mangosweets, #mangococonuttruffles, etc.
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Recipe FAQs
Can I make these mango truffles without fresh mango?
Yes, you can absolutely make these mango truffles without using fresh mangoes. But then, you will have to use canned mangoes.
Why are my mango truffles not firm enough to roll?
If your mango truffles are not firm enough to roll, it means you have not cooked them for long enough or used too much condensed milk.
What are the 3 ingredients for making these mango truffles?
The key ingredients of these mango truffles are fresh or canned mangoes, condensed milk, and roasted desiccated coconut.
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