Mango Float

Ingredients

• 2–3 ripe mangoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 1 can (14 oz/395 g) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 (200 g) package graham crackers (or tea biscuits)
• Optional toppings:
  • Additional mango slices
  • Crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
  • Grated dark chocolate

Equipment

• 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) square baking dish or loaf pan
• Mixing bowl
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Spatula

Instructions

1. Whip the cream. In a cold mixing bowl, combine chilled heavy cream and vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until it begins to thicken.
2. Add condensed milk. Pour in the sweetened condensed milk. Continue whipping until soft to medium peaks form. Do not overwhip—it should be smooth and spreadable.
3. Prepare the first layer. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers (break to fit) in the bottom of your baking dish, covering it completely.
4. Spread the cream. Spoon one-third of the whipped cream mixture over the crackers, smoothing it into an even layer with a spatula.
5. Add mango slices. Top the cream with a layer of mango slices, overlapping slightly to cover the surface.
6. Repeat layering. Add another layer of graham crackers, then whipped cream, then mango. Finish with a final whipped-cream layer on top.
7. Chill. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the graham crackers to soften and flavors to meld.
8. Garnish and serve. Before serving, garnish with extra mango slices, crushed crackers or grated chocolate. Slice into squares and enjoy cold.

Prep & Chill Times

• Prep time: 20 minutes
• Chill time: 4 hours to overnight
• Serves: 8–10

Tips & Variations

• Substitute graham crackers with ladyfingers or digestive biscuits.
• Fold in a few tablespoons of fruit jam (mango or strawberry) into the cream for extra flavor.
• Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream for a tropical twist.
• Add layers of ripe banana or strawberries for a mixed-fruit float.
• Top with toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts for crunch.

Approximate Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: ~350 kcal • Fat: 18 g • Carbs: 45 g • Protein: 4 g