BLUEBUTTER Mango and Pandan Layer Cake with fresh mango, pandan cream and a plated cake slice.

Mango & Pandan Layer Cake – Tropical Flavours with a Modern Twist

Mango & Pandan Layer Cake – Tropical Flavours with a Modern Twist

Bright mango, fragrant pandan and coconut come together with subtle notes of basil and bergamot in BLUEBUTTER’s refreshed Mango & Pandan Layer Cake.

Handcrafted in Canning Vale, Perth, this tropical layer cake is designed around contrast: ripe fruit and aromatic pandan, creamy mousse and soft sponge, familiar flavours with a fresh, modern lift.

Rather than simply making the cake sweeter or richer, every layer has been developed to bring balance, fragrance and texture to each bite.

A Fresh Take on Mango & Pandan

Mango and pandan are naturally complementary.

Ripe mango brings juicy sweetness and gentle acidity, while pandan offers a softer, aromatic character that pairs beautifully with coconut.

To give the cake greater depth, we introduce a subtle touch of basil to the mango mousse and bergamot to the fruit curd.

The basil adds freshness without turning the cake herbal, while bergamot brings a delicate citrus aroma that lifts the richness of the mango.

Together, they create a flavour profile that remains recognisably tropical, but with a more layered and refined finish.

Inside the Mango & Pandan Layer Cake

Each component plays a different role in the overall flavour.

Cross-section of BLUEBUTTER’s Mango and Pandan Layer Cake with mango coulis, white chocolate whipped ganache, mango basil mousse, mango bergamot curd and pandan coconut joconde.

Pandan & Coconut Joconde

Soft and fragrant, the pandan and coconut joconde forms the base and inner sponge layers of the cake.

Its gentle pandan aroma and coconut notes provide structure while keeping the overall texture light.

Mango & Bergamot Curd

A vibrant mango curd lifted with aromatic bergamot.

The citrus note adds brightness and helps sharpen the natural sweetness of the mango, creating a fresh contrast against the creamier layers.

Mango Mousse with a Hint of Basil

Smooth mango mousse forms the heart of the cake.

A subtle touch of basil adds a clean, fresh finish while allowing mango to remain the dominant flavour.

White Chocolate Whipped Ganache

Lightly whipped white chocolate ganache adds a smooth, creamy element that softens the brighter fruit flavours and connects the different layers.

Mango Coulis

Finished with concentrated mango coulis for an extra burst of ripe tropical fruit.

Designed Around Balance

The idea behind this cake is not to make every flavour equally strong.

Mango remains the main character.

Pandan and coconut create the aromatic foundation, while basil and bergamot work quietly in the background to add freshness and complexity.

White chocolate brings softness and body without overwhelming the fruit.

The result is a cake that moves between fruity, creamy, fragrant and lightly citrus notes, while remaining clean and balanced on the palate.

A Tropical Celebration Cake in Perth

With its vibrant mango-yellow and pandan-green layers, the Mango & Pandan Layer Cake makes a distinctive centrepiece for birthdays, gatherings and special occasions.

It is especially suited to anyone who enjoys tropical fruit, pandan, coconut and desserts with a lighter, more aromatic flavour profile.

Dietary Information

The Mango & Pandan Layer Cake is:

Made with a gluten-free recipe
Made with a nut-free recipe
Halal-friendly

Our kitchen also handles wheat and gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, soy and sesame. While we take precautions to minimise cross-contact, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.

Customers with coeliac disease, severe allergies or specific dietary requirements should contact us before ordering.

Handcrafted in Canning Vale, Perth

BLUEBUTTER cakes are handcrafted in small batches at our kitchen in Canning Vale.

Whole cakes are available for pre-order online, with pickup from The Vale Shopping Centre and limited local delivery available upon request.

For the best availability, we recommend ordering at least three days in advance.

Explore the Mango & Pandan Layer Cake and order online through BLUEBUTTER.

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