How do I get tender coconut meat?

You'll need to open a large, unripe tender coconut and carefully scoop out the soft, jelly-like meat, aiming for about 1.5 to 2 cups.

Can I use frozen mangoes instead of fresh?

Yes, if using pre-frozen mangoes, you can skip the initial 3-hour freezing step for the mangoes, but still semi-freeze the tender coconut meat as directed.

What if I don't have coconut nectar or maple syrup?

The recipe states coconut nectar or maple syrup is optional, as the ripe mangoes provide natural sweetness, so you can omit it if you prefer.

How can I achieve a firmer soft serve texture?

After blending, you can return the soft serve to the freezer for an additional couple of hours to achieve a firmer, more scoopable consistency.

Is this recipe truly nut-free?

Yes, this recipe is explicitly designed to be nut-free, using tender coconut meat which is botanically a fruit, not a tree nut, making it safe for nut allergies.

5 years ago

Mango & Tender Coconut Soft Serve
[Vegan, Raw, Gluten-free, Nut-free]

Name: Mango & Tender Coconut Soft Serve [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-free, Nut-free]
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2 large or 3 medium servings
Ingredients: Meat from 1 large tender unripe coconut, coarsely chopped (around 1.5 - 2 cups); 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled, deseeded and coarsely chopped (around 2 cups); 1 tablespoon coconut nectar/ maple syrup (optional); A pinch of green cardamom powder; 2-3 drops of vanilla extract

NK By: Namrata Edward Kshitij

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A vibrant yellow mango and tender coconut soft serve, scooped into a bowl, garnished with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of cardamom.

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Mango & Tender Coconut Soft Serve [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-free, Nut-free]

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This is a light and refreshing soft serve made with luscious ripe mangoes and meat from tender unripe coconut. The best thing about “desserts” made with fresh fruits is that you don’t have to use any additional sweetener if you use ripe, sweet fruits. However, feel free to add in... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Mango & Tender Coconut Soft Serve [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-free, Nut-free]

Meat from 1 large tender unripe coconut, coarsely chopped (around 1.5 - 2 cups)
2 large ripe mangoes, peeled, deseeded and coarsely chopped (around 2 cups)
1 tablespoon coconut nectar/ maple syrup (optional)
A pinch of green cardamom powder
2-3 drops of vanilla extract

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How to Prepare Mango & Tender Coconut Soft Serve [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-free, Nut-free]

Place the tender coconut meat and chopped mangoes in the freezer for around 3 hours, until semi-frozen.
Toss the tender coconut meat, mangoes, coconut nectar/ maple syrup (if using), green cardamom powder, and vanilla extract into a food processor or blender and blend on high till soft and creamy.
Serve immediately, or return to the freezer for a couple of hours if you’d like a firmer texture.