Description
Sweet layers of strawberry mango delight cake promise a tropical paradise of flavor, blending luscious fruits with light, airy textures. Indulgent dessert lovers will savor each refreshing bite of this delightful creation that whispers summer’s gentle embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (240 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whipped cream
- 1 cup (150 grams) diced strawberries
- 1 cup (165 grams) diced mango
Binding & Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish Ingredients:
- Sliced strawberries
- Diced mango
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even layer.
- Bake the crust at 350°F for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, mixing until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Gently fold diced strawberries and mango into the cream cheese mixture, distributing the fruits evenly throughout.
- Whip the cream until it forms soft peaks, then carefully fold it into the fruit-cream cheese mixture to create a light, airy filling.
- Spread the prepared filling evenly over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the cake for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing it to set and develop a firm texture.
- Before serving, garnish the top with additional sliced strawberries, diced mango pieces, and fresh mint leaves for a vibrant and elegant presentation.
Notes
- Ensure graham crackers are finely crushed for a smooth, compact crust that holds together perfectly.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to prevent lumps and achieve a silky, creamy texture in the filling.
- Drain diced fruits thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the cake soggy and compromising the texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute full-fat cream cheese with low-fat or Greek yogurt and reduce sugar content.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 364
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 74 mg