Easy and Delicious Mango Cake

There’s something magical about a mango cake. It’s like sunshine got trapped in a bite-sized piece of heaven. This Easy and Delicious Mango Cake is the showstopper your dessert game has been missing. Seriously, it’s like a cloud wrapped itself around a tropical island and decided to be dessert. Mangoes bring that sweet & tangy perfection, while the texture is fluffy yet rich. It’s the kind that makes you close your eyes after every bite, just to extend the moment.

My family has a borderline intense obsession with this cake. My husband, who claims not to have a sweet tooth, mysteriously turns into a dessert fiend when this is on the table. I remember once trying to surprise him with something else, but that mischievous grin when he saw the mango cake said it all. It’s now perpetually requested at family gatherings, birthdays, random Tuesday nights… You’d think by now he’d get tired of it, but nope—if anything, he’s leading the mango cake fan club.

Why You’ll Love This Easy and Delicious Mango Cake

– Because who can resist mango? It’s like nature’s candy.
– Quick to make, quicker to eat. Watch as it vanishes in minutes.
– It’s foolproof. Even when I forget an ingredient (more often than I’d like to admit), it still rocks.
– There’s a happiness quotient that comes with mango cake. Trust me.

How to Make It

So you start with your flour, sugar, and a flash of genius—err, baking soda. Mix it like you’re mixing paint for your living room, a little bit at a time. In another bowl? Mango puree! The smell alone has me daydreaming. Combine it all together and pour into a greased pan. While it’s baking and the scent fills your kitchen, try not to daydream of flipping houses in Hawaii or whatever.

Ingredient Notes

– Fresh Mangoes: Your cake’s main star; make sure they’re ripe and juicy. The canned stuff just isn’t the same.
– Flour: The glue of your cake. Don’t skip this, or congratulations, you’ve made a mango soup.
– Baking Soda: This is what gets your cake to fluff-city. I wouldn’t leave it out unless you’re doing a mango pancake situation.

Recipe Steps

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine flour, sugar, and baking soda in a bowl.
3. Blend ripe mangoes to make puree.
4. Mix mango puree with dry ingredients until smooth.
5. Pour into a greased cake pan.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and set.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

Leftovers? Just pop this baby into the fridge, and it’s good for a couple of days. If you manage to eat it cold for breakfast without anyone knowing, bonus points! It’s sweet but still has a refreshing zing to kickstart your day.

Variations and Substitutions

If mango’s not your jam (honestly, why are you here?), try subbing it with peaches or apricots. Or, you know, go wild with canned mangoes in a pinch. I’ve even tried tossing in some chopped nuts when I had a boring pantry day. Spoiler: It was still a hit.

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Easy and Delicious Mango Cake

This moist and flavorful mango cake combines fresh mangoes with a tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1.5 cups fresh mango puree ripe mangoes, pureed
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 3 units large eggs
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.5 cup buttermilk at room temperature
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition.
• Stir in the vanilla extract and mango puree.
• Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This mango cake is best served chilled and can be garnished with fresh mango slices or whipped cream.