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Mango Graham Refrigerator Cake

A luscious no-bake dessert featuring layers of graham crackers, sweet cream, and fresh mangoes that combine to create a refreshing treat perfect for warm days. The crackers soften as the cake chills, resulting in a cake-like texture with no baking required.

 

  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 packages plain graham crackers (or petibör crackers)
  • 2 cups cold heavy cream
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (or 1 can cream + 3 tablespoons powdered sugar)
  • 3 ripe mangoes, sliced into large pieces
  • Biscuit crumbs for topping
  • Few mango slices for garnish

 

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mangoes
    Slice the mangoes into thin, wide pieces, ensuring they’re ripe but firm enough to maintain their shape. Try to make the slices consistent in thickness for even layering throughout the cake.
  2. Make the Cream Mixture
    Whip the cold heavy cream in a large bowl using an electric mixer until it reaches stiff peaks. Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream. This creates a stable, sweet filling that will set properly in the refrigerator.
  3. Create the First Layer
    Line the bottom of a rectangular baking dish or mold with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking pieces if needed to completely cover the surface. This will form the sturdy base of your refrigerator cake.
  4. Add Cream and Mango Layer
    Spread an even layer of the cream mixture over the crackers, about 1/2 inch thick. Place mango slices in a single layer on top of the cream, covering as much area as possible for maximum flavor in every bite.
  5. Continue Layering
    Repeat the layering process in the order of crackers, cream, and mango slices until you’ve used most of your ingredients, aiming for at least 3 complete layers for the best texture and appearance.
  6. Finish the Top
    Cover the final layer with a generous amount of cream, creating a smooth, even surface. Sprinkle biscuit crumbs evenly across the top and arrange a few decorative mango slices for an attractive presentation.
  7. Refrigerate and Set
    Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-5 hours, preferably overnight. This resting time allows the crackers to soften from the moisture in the cream and transforms the dessert into a cake-like consistency.

 

Notes

  • For the best flavor, choose mangoes that are ripe and sweet but not overly soft.
  • The dessert can be made up to 24 hours in advance, making it perfect for entertaining.
  • If graham crackers aren’t available, other plain tea biscuits work well too.
  • Adding a splash of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of cinnamon to the cream mixture can enhance the flavor.
  • This dessert doesn’t freeze well, so it’s best enjoyed within 2-3 days of preparation.

 

  • Author: bestfeed
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-baking
  • Cuisine: Filipino-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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