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Cedric Grolet Mango

Cedric Grolet Mango

A luxurious trompe l’oeil mango dessert inspired by Cedric Grolet, featuring a silky mango mousse with a glossy fruit-like finish that surprises with every spoonful.

Ingredients

  • Fresh mango puree – 250 g
  • Granulated sugar – 80 g
  • Gelatin sheets – 6 g
  • Heavy cream – 200 ml
  • White chocolate – 120 g
  • Neutral glaze – 150 g
  • Yellow food coloring – small amount
  • Red food coloring – small amount

Instructions

  1. Bloom the gelatin sheets in cold water until softened.
  2. Warm the mango puree with sugar in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully melted.
  4. Melt the white chocolate gently and combine it with the mango mixture.
  5. Lightly whip the heavy cream and fold it into the mango base.
  6. Pour the mixture into mango-shaped silicone molds.
  7. Freeze until completely firm, at least 6 hours or overnight.
  8. Unmold carefully and glaze with neutral glaze tinted using yellow and red coloring.
  9. Allow to thaw slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use very ripe mangoes for the best flavor.
  • Keep the dessert frozen before glazing for a smooth finish.
  • Apply coloring lightly to mimic natural mango skin.