Learn how to make mango pulp at home in just 5 minutes! This homemade mango puree is made with fresh mangoes - perfect for all sorts of mango recipes like vegan mango sorbet, mango ice cream, vegan mango lassi, and so much more!
Quick Answer: Mango pulp, also known as mango puree, is made by blending ripe mango flesh until smooth. Use it straight away in recipes such as restaurant style mango Lassi, mango shrikhand and mango pancakes, or freeze it for later.
You already know how much I love mangoes. We have so many mango recipes on the blog, and most of them start with a batch of mango pulp. I make it often in summer when ripe mangoes are at their best. If I find a good deal, I make a big batch and freeze it to use all year round.
If you’re wondering what is mango pulp, It’s simply the soft, fleshy part of fresh mangoes blended into a smooth puree. That’s it. Nothing complicated!
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- 💭Why Make Mango Pulp at Home?
- 🥭🥭Best Mangoes for Mango Pulp
- 👩🍳Sandhya's Top Tips
- 📋Ingredients
- 🔪How to Make Mango Pulp (Mango Puree)
- Mango Pulp vs Mango Puree
- Fresh vs Canned Mango Pulp
- 🧂Storing Mango Pulp
- 🍽 How to Use Mango Pulp
- Mango Pulp Recipe FAQ's
- More Easy How To Make Recipes
- Homemade Mango Pulp (Mango Puree)
💭Why Make Mango Pulp at Home?
When you make mango pulp at home using fresh mangoes, you know exactly what’s in it—just pure, natural mango goodness. Plus, it really does taste better! I grew up enjoying my mum’s mango milkshake and mango lassi with fresh homemade mango pulp. Its never sweetened with sugar, just the real flavour of ripe mangoes.
Canned mango pulp is super convenient (I use it too when fresh mangoes aren’t in season!), but it’s usually sweetened and contains preservatives. If you’ve got ripe mangoes on hand, homemade is definitely worth it.
🥭🥭Best Mangoes for Mango Pulp
To make a smooth and flavourful mango puree, start with ripe, juicy fresh mangoes. In the UK, I usually go for Ripen at Home Giant Mangoes or Ripe and Ready Mangoes—they’re sweet, low in fibre, and perfect for pulp with no sweetener needed.
If you can get your hands on Indian mangoes like Alphonso Mangoes or Kesar Mangoes, they’re amazing too! They’re usually available at Indian stores during the Indian mango season and have the most intense mango flavour.
👩🍳Sandhya's Top Tips
- Strain for Smoothness: If your fresh mangoes are stringy, strain the blended mango puree through a fine mesh sieve. It gives you a silky texture, perfect for mango ice cream or mango sorbet.
- Squeeze the Pit: Don’t waste any mango! Squeeze the mango pit over your blender to get every drop of juice. If I can’t get it all, I just suck the pit clean—it’s too tasty and too good to miss!
- Pick Ripe Mangoes: For sweet, flavorful mango pulp. Sniff for a sweet smell or gently squeeze—they should feel soft but not mushy.
- Blend Right: Use a high-speed blender or Indian-style mixer for smooth mango puree. In a food processor, add a tiny bit of water if needed to blend, but don’t overdo it.
📋Ingredients
- Mangoes – All you need is fresh, ripe mangoes. I check ripeness by give them a gentle squeeze and sniff near the stem for a sweet aroma.
- Sweetener (optional) –If the mangoes aren’t sweet enough or you’re using the puree in desserts, add a little maple syrup, sugar, or honey to taste.
🔪How to Make Mango Pulp (Mango Puree)
Step 1. Wash, dry, and cut the mango in half and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Peel the skin around the seed and cut off any extra mango flesh.
Step 2. Add all the mango flesh to a blender or food processor.
Pro Tip - Hold the mango pit over the blender and squeeze to get every last drop of juice.
Step 3. Pulse a few times to get a smooth and creamy mango puree.
Pro Tip:Want a thinner puree? Add a little water and blend again. For a sweeter pulp, blend in a teaspoon or two of your favourite sweetener.
Step 4. Transfer mango pulp to mason jar or air tight container in the fridge and enjoy chilled later on.
Mango Pulp vs Mango Puree
Mango pulp and mango puree are often used to mean the same thing. Both are made from ripe mangoes blended until smooth.
Whether the store-bought can label says mango pulp or mango puree, either will work well in recipes like my homemade mango ice cream, Eggless Mango Mousse, Ninja Creami Mango Sorbet and other mango desserts.
Fresh vs Canned Mango Pulp
Fresh mango pulp is hard to beat when mangoes are in season. If I have ripe mangoes on hand, that's what I use.
Canned mango pulp is a great backup and works well in Vegan Mango Lassi, Mango Shrikhand and Mango Popsicles. Just keep an eye on the sugar content, as some brands are already sweetened.
🧂Storing Mango Pulp
Store leftover mango pulp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, freeze the mango pulp in ice cube trays, freezer-safe containers or zip-lock bags. I often freeze it in portions so I can quickly use it later in Mango Lassi, smoothies and desserts.
If using freezer bags, lay them flat before freezing to save space and make them easier to stack.
🍽 How to Use Mango Pulp
I love homemade mango pulp on its own as a simple dessert, but I also love using it in so many mango recipes!
- Indian Mango Lassi – A sweet and creamy yogurt drink made with mango pulp, and a touch of ground cardamom that tastes just like the one from restaurants.
- Mango Mousse – This light and fluffy dessert is made with whipped cream, condensed milk and mango puree. It’s a quick and easy eggless mango mousse with no cooking needed.
- Mango Shrikhand – A 2-ingredient Indian dessert made with thick greek yogurt and mango pulp, flavoured with ground cardamom. So simple and ready in minutes!
- No Bake Mango Cheesecake Jars – These individual jars have a biscuit base and a creamy filling made with mango puree or pulp. They look lovely and are perfect for parties or summer gatherings.
- Mango Pancakes – These soft and fruity pancakes are made with mango pulp and your usual pancake ingredients.
Mango Pulp Recipe FAQ's
Yes, the terms are often used interchangeably. Mango pulp is simply ripe mango flesh blended until smooth, although it can sometimes be slightly thicker than a puree.
Yes. I often freeze mango pulp in portions for Mango Lassi, smoothies and desserts. Freeze in airtight containers or ice cube trays and thaw as needed.
Sweet, ripe mangoes with less fibre make the smoothest mango pulp. Alphonso, Kesar and Honey mangoes are all excellent choices when available.
Homemade mango pulp keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. If I have extra, I usually freeze it rather than leave it in the fridge for longer.
Yes. Canned mango pulp is a great alternative when fresh mangoes are out of season. Just check whether it contains added sugar and adjust the recipe if needed.
More Easy How To Make Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 Mangoes I use Ripen at home Mangoes
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mangoes. Cut the mango in half and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
- Remove the peel around the seed and cut off any extra flesh.
- Squeeze the pit over the blender to get every last drop of mango juice.
- Transfer the mango flesh to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Notes
Sandhya’s Top Tips
- If you like a thinner puree, add a little water and pulse again.
- If you want it sweeter, add a teaspoon or two of sugar or maple syrup and blend once more.
- I usually store ripen-at-home mangoes in a paper bag and check them every day—once they smell sweet near the stem, they’re ready to use.
- If your mangoes are fibrous, strain the mango puree using a fine sieve.
- Use ripe mangoes for a smooth, sweet and creamy pulp.
Storing Mango Pulp
- Fridge: Store the leftover mango puree in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Pour the puree into ice cube trays, freeze, then transfer the mango ice cubes into a freezer-safe bag. You can also store it in zip-lock bags—just lay them flat so they’re easy to stack!
Sandhya Hariharan says
I like to buy Ripen at Home mangoes from Sainsbury’s or Lidl—they’re just 89p each. I store them with other fruits for about a week, and they ripen beautifully. Almost every time, they turn out sweet and full of flavour. Perfect to make Homemade Mango Pulp!