Tropical Papaya or Mango Squares Recipe

Name: Tropical Papaya or Mango Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe papayas or mangoes, seeded and diced; 1 semiripe banana, diced; 1/4 tsp. ground cloves; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup shredded coconut; ⅓ cup vegan or low-fat sour cream; 1/2 lb. filo (about 18 sheets); Nonstick cooking spray (butter flavored) or melted butter for brushing; Vanilla ice cream to taste; Lime wedges; Coconut syrup to taste

Servings: persons

2 ripe papayas or mangoes, seeded and diced
1 semiripe banana, diced
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 cup shredded coconut
⅓ cup vegan or low-fat sour cream
1/2 lb. filo (about 18 sheets)
Nonstick cooking spray (butter flavored) or melted butter for brushing
Vanilla ice cream to taste
Lime wedges
Coconut syrup to taste

1
To make Filling: Cut papayas or mangoes and banana into bite-sized pieces.
2
Put fruit, seasonings, coconut and sour cream into bowl.
3
Preheat oven to 375F.
4
Spray 8x8-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
5
To make Filo: Remove 8 to 10 sheets filo from package, covering remaining filo with plastic wrap.
6
Cut filo to fit pan.
7
Spray every sheet or every other sheet with nonstick cooking spray, or brush with butter as you place them in pan.
8
Spread fruit mixture on top of filo layers.
9
Remove another 8 to 10 sheets filo from package, and top filling with remaining filo, spraying or brushing sheets as before.
10
Bake about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11
Cool slightly, slice and serve with scoop of ice cream and lime wedge.
12
Have bowl of coconut syrup on table for topping, if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ripe papayas or mangoes, seeded and diced, 1 semiripe banana, diced, 1/4 tsp. ground cloves, 1 tsp. ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Tropical Papaya or Mango Squares falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Tropical Papaya or Mango Squares

Tips for the best results

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