About this recipe
This is my answer to summer heat when I don’t want to turn on the oven or even think about baking. It’s inspired by mango sago soup, but I swapped the tapioca for jelly cubes and used oat milk instead of coconut milk — lighter, creamier, and honestly easier to throw together. You just chop, layer, pour, and eat. It’s the kind of thing I make when I want something sweet but not heavy, especially after a workout or on a lazy afternoon.
Key ingredients:
Soft tropical fruit — the star of the bowl. I used apricots, dragon fruit, and kiwi, but the rule is simple: pick fruit that’s soft and easy to eat with a spoon. No crunchy stuff here.
Flavored jelly — this replaces the tapioca pearls from the original sago soup. I used a store-bought jelly mix, cut into cubes once set. It adds that fun, bouncy texture without any extra effort.
Oat milk — I used vanilla oat milk for a little natural sweetness, but any milk you like works — a liquid yogurt is also a great option if you want more protein.
Ice — keeps everything cold and slightly slushy. Don’t skip it, it’s what makes this feel like a proper summer treat.
Common questions:
Can I use any fruit? Yes, as long as it’s soft. Firm fruits like apples won’t give you the same texture — think mango, kiwi, dragon fruit, ripe peaches, or berries.
Do I have to use vanilla oat milk? No, any milk works — dairy, oat, almond, or even a runny yogurt if you want it creamier and higher in protein.
Can I make the jelly ahead of time? Definitely. I usually make it a day before so it’s fully set and easy to cube.
Ingredients (serves 4):
• 300g soft fruit (apricots, dragon fruit, kiwi), diced
• 3 packs flavored jelly, prepared and cut into cubes
• 6 ice cubes
• 450ml oat milk (vanilla, or your favorite kind)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the jelly first, according to the package instructions, and let it fully set in the fridge.
2. Dice your fruit into bite-sized pieces — remember, soft fruits work best.
3. Once the jelly is set, cut it into small cubes.
4. In a large bowl, combine the diced fruit and jelly cubes.
5. Pour in the oat milk (400–500ml, enough to cover the fruit).
6. Add the ice cubes on top.
7. Divide into small bowls and enjoy immediately.
Macros per serving (1 of 4):
~90 kcal · 2g protein · 1.5g fat · 18g carbs
Tried this recipe? Let me know in the comments how it turned out!