Layered Mango Custard

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Prepare the pudding custard.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Combine the water and gelatin in a bowl.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Let the mixture rest for about 7–10 minutes.

   7–10 min
4. 4
   Step 4:

   Combine the whipping cream, milk, and sugar, and heat for a few minutes until all the sugar melts. Do not boil.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Remove from the stovetop and let rest for about 5 minutes.

   5 min
6. 6
   Step 6:

   Add the gelatin mixture and stir.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Add the vanilla extract.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Pour the mixture into small glasses set at an angle.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Refrigerate for at least 4 hours; do not freeze.

   4 h
10. 10
    Step 10:

    Prepare the mango purée when you are ready to add it to the top of the pudding.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Using a blender or hand-held mixer, purée the mango chunks or slices.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Strain the purée for a finer consistency.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Use the purée as is, or add sugar for more sweetness.

14. 14
    Step 14:

    For a pudding-like mango purée, add sugar to the purée.

15. 15
    Step 15:

    Transfer the purée to the stovetop and stir until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the stovetop.

16. 16
    Step 16:

    Add the gelatin mixture and stir continuously.

17. 17
    Step 17:

    Remove the chilled creamy custard from the refrigerator and add the mango purée mixture on top.

18. 18
    Step 18:

    Chill for at least 2 hours; longer is better.

    2 h
19. 19
    Step 19:

    Garnish with mint and small mango pieces, then serve.