Creamy Mango Sago Dessert (Mango Tapioca Pudding)

A refreshing, creamy tropical dessert made with sweet mangoes, chewy sago pearls, and rich milk. It’s light yet satisfying, which is why many people enjoy making it several times a week. Perfect served chilled on warm days.

Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Chill Time: 1–2 hours

• Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes

Servings

6 servings

 Ingredients

Main Dessert

• 2 cups ripe mango puree (about 2–3 mangoes)

• ½ cup sago (tapioca pearls)

• 2 cups whole milk

• 1 cup evaporated milk or coconut milk

• ½ cup condensed milk (adjust sweetness)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp salt

Optional Add-ins

• ½ cup nata de coco

• ½ cup diced mango cubes

• 2 tbsp chia seeds or basil seeds

• Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the Sago

1. Bring a pot of water to boil.

2. Add sago pearls and cook for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. When translucent, drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.

2. Prepare Mango Base

1. Peel mangoes and blend until smooth to make puree.

2. In a bowl, combine mango puree, milk, evaporated milk, condensed milk, vanilla, and salt.

3. Combine

1. Add cooked sago pearls to the mango mixture.

2. Stir well until evenly distributed.

4. Chill

1. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until thick and cold.

5. Serve

1. Pour into glasses or dessert cups.

2. Top with mango cubes or extra seeds if desired.

 Description

This dessert combines the natural sweetness of mango with creamy milk and chewy sago pearls. The texture is smooth and pudding-like, with tiny pearls adding a pleasant bite. Served chilled, it’s both refreshing and indulgent.

Recipe Notes

• Use very ripe mangoes for the best sweetness and color.

• Coconut milk gives a tropical flavor while evaporated milk makes it richer.

• If the pudding thickens too much, add a little milk before serving.

Tips

• Rinse sago pearls well so they don’t stick together.

• Chill the dessert longer for a thicker consistency.

• Add crushed ice for a summer-style dessert drink.

 Approximate Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

(Values vary depending on ingredients used.)

 Health Benefits

• Mango provides vitamin C and antioxidants.

• Milk supplies calcium for bones.

• Sago pearls provide quick energy from carbohydrates.

• Chilled desserts can help refresh and hydrate in hot weather.

 Q&A

Q: Can I use canned mango puree?
Yes. Use unsweetened puree and adjust sugar accordingly.

Q: How long can it be stored?
Store in the refrigerator for 2–3 days in an airtight container.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes. Replace milk and condensed milk with coconut milk and coconut cream.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Not recommended because the texture of sago pearls changes after freezing.