No-Bake Coconut Mango Tart with Lime Gelatin
A tropical no-bake tart featuring a crispy coconut crust, creamy mango filling, and a zesty lime gelatin topping for a refreshing finish. This tropical-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers unsweetened shredded coconut, crushed digestive biscuits, melted unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups, unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup, crushed digestive biscuits
- 6 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 8 oz, softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup fresh mango puree
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
- 1/4 cup, cold water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut, 1 cup crushed digestive biscuits, and 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Step 2: Press the coconut biscuit mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom to form an even crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Fold 1 cup fresh mango puree gently into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, sprinkle 1 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder over 1/4 cup cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Step 6: Gently warm the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for 15 seconds or over a double boiler until dissolved, then stir in 3 tbsp fresh lime juice.
- Step 7: Quickly fold the lime gelatin mixture into the mango cream cheese filling until evenly incorporated.
- Step 8: Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Step 9: Refrigerate the tart for at least 4 hours or until fully set before removing from the pan and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Coconut Mango Tart with Lime Gelatin take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Coconut Mango Tart with Lime Gelatin?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Coconut Mango Tart with Lime Gelatin?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Coconut Mango Tart with Lime Gelatin for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Coconut Mango Tart with Lime Gelatin?
Tropical desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
