Mango Almond Pudding Recipe: Creamy, No-Cook & Ready in 15 Minutes
Summer is here and mangoes are everywhere — but how do you turn them into a dessert that feels premium, not basic? Introduce Mango Almond Pudding as the answer — a no-cook, eggless, 15-minute dessert that uses Sparsh Badam Powder for natural richness and a silky texture.
What Is Mango Almond Pudding?
Explain it’s a chilled layered dessert — mango pulp + almond-infused custard base — popular in Indian homes especially in summer. Mention it’s a fusion of traditional Indian badam milk and Western-style pudding.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- No cooking / no oven needed
- Ready in 15 minutes + chill time
- Eggless and vegetarian
- Uses Sparsh Badam Powder — no need to soak and peel almonds
- Perfect for parties, festivals, summer evenings
Ingredients
- Fresh mango pulp – 1 cup
- Sparsh Badam Powder- 3 tbsp
- Sparsh Custard Powder (vanilla)- 2 tbsp
- Full-fat milk – 2 cups
- Sugar – 3 or 4 tbsp
- Saffron strands (optional)A pinch
- Cardamom powder – ¼ tsp
- Chopped pistachios / almonds – For garnish
Step-by-Step Mango Almond Pudding Recipe
Step 1: Prepare the Almond Custard Base
- Mix Sparsh Custard Powder + Sparsh Badam Powder in cold milk. Heat gently and stir until thick. Add sugar, cardamom, saffron. Let it cool.
Step 2: Layer with Mango Pulp
In serving glasses, add a layer of mango pulp first, then pour the cooled almond custard on top.
Step 3: Chill and Set
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. The layers set beautifully and stay distinct.
Variations to Try
- Mango Almond Panna Cotta style — add ½ tsp agar agar for a firmer set
- Chocolate Mango Pudding — swirl cocoa in the custard layer
- Vegan version — use almond milk or coconut milk with Sparsh Badam Powder
Pro Tips for the Perfect Mango Almond Pudding
- Use Alphonso (Hapus) or Banganapalli mangoes for the best natural sweetness
- Always mix custard powder in cold milk first — prevents lumps
- Sparsh Badam Powder saves 20 minutes of soaking and grinding — use it directly
- For a richer texture, substitute ½ cup milk with fresh cream
When to Serve This Dessert
Perfect for: Ugadi, summer parties, after a biryani dinner, gifting in a dessert basket, kids’ tiffin treat
FAQ
Badam Powder is finely ground almonds, often blended with dry milk and cardamom for an instant drink mix. Sparsh Badam Powder works directly in desserts without any additional preparation.
You can use cornflour as an alternative, but custard powder gives a richer colour and a natural vanilla aroma that cornflour cannot replicate.
It stays fresh for up to 2 days when covered and refrigerated. Always use a clean spoon to scoop servings.
Absolutely. Simply scale up the ingredients and set the pudding in a large tray instead of individual glasses. Slice and serve like a chilled cake.
Conclusion
Mango Almond Pudding is the kind of dessert that looks impressive but takes almost no effort — especially when you have Sparsh Badam Powder and Sparsh Custard Powder in your kitchen. This summer, skip the store-bought sweets and serve this homemade treat that everyone will remember. Try it once and it becomes a family favourite.
