Paraben Free Mango Coconut Crumble
Juicy, caramelized mango tucked under a golden, toasty crumble is the kind of dessert that makes everyone at the table lean in for a closer look. What makes this recipe especially smart is that every single ingredient is naturally derived and straightforward — ripe mangoes, cassava flour, tapioca starch, shredded coconut, coconut oil, and maple syrup — so there's no need to scrutinize labels for synthetic preservatives or hidden additives that commonly sneak into conventional baked goods. Arrowroot starch thickens the fruit filling beautifully, while a touch of fresh lime juice and Ceylon cinnamon keep the flavor bright and layered without relying on anything artificial. The crumble itself comes together by working solid coconut oil into the dry ingredients until you get those satisfying, pea-sized clumps that bake up crisp and golden at the edges. It's the kind of technique that feels almost too simple for how impressive the result looks. A drizzle of coconut cream over the warm crumble right before serving adds a cool, silky contrast that ties the whole thing together. Whether you're cooking for someone with specific sensitivities or just want a clean, feel-good dessert, this one delivers serious flavor without any compromise.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 3 large ripe mangoes (about 3 lb total), peeled, pitted, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
For the crumble
- ½ cup cassava flour
- ¼ cup tapioca starch
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, solid
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- ¼ cup coconut cream, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with coconut oil.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, toss the mango chunks with the arrowroot starch, 1 tbsp maple syrup, lime juice, and 1/4 tsp Ceylon cinnamon until the fruit is evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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