How to Make Ice Candy | Filipino Summer Treats in a Tube!

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar can be cheaper.

fruit puree

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Fresh fruit can enhance flavor, and canned fruit is often less expensive.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean adds depth, while essence is a budget-friendly option.

Combine water, condensed milk, and evaporated milk in a mixing bowl.

Add cornstarch and stir until dissolved.

Incorporate your choice of flavor (e.g., avocado puree, banana puree, ube, buko, melon, or cheese) into the mixture.

Pour the mixture into ice candy molds, leaving some space at the top.

Insert sticks into the molds and seal them tightly.

Place the molds in the freezer and freeze until solid, about 4-6 hours.

To serve, remove the ice candies from the molds by running them under warm water for a few seconds. Enjoy!

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