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Colombian Cholados

Cultural Context

Originating from the warm coastal regions of Colombia, cholados are a popular treat enjoyed during hot weather. They encapsulate the vibrant flavors of tropical fruits and the joy of sharing refreshing desserts with friends and family. Today, cholados have gained popularity beyond Colombia, inspiring variations in other Latin American countries and among food enthusiasts worldwide.

ColombianCOdessert
15 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
2 bananas
2 mangoes
1 cup strawberries
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup cherry syrup
1/4 cup passion fruit syrup
1/4 cup lime syrup
1 kiwi
1 sour sop
1 apple
1/2 cup vanilla wafer
4 cups shaved ice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option with a similar creaminess.

fruit syrup

🥗Healthier: pureed fruit

💰Cheaper: store-bought fruit sauce

Pureed fruit reduces sugar while enhancing natural flavors.

shaved ice

🥗Healthier: crushed ice

💰Cheaper: ice cubes

Crushed ice is easier to make at home and still provides a refreshing texture.

granola

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: cereal

Oats can add texture and are often more affordable.

1

Chop bananas, mangoes, and strawberries into small pieces.

2

Sprinkle sugar over the chopped strawberries to bring out their juice and set aside.

3

Crush ice using a food processor or blender.

4

In a cup, add a little sweetened condensed milk at the bottom.

5

Fill the cup with crushed ice until almost full.

6

Pour cherry, passion fruit, and lime syrup over the ice.

7

Add more sweetened condensed milk on top.

8

Layer the fruits starting with bananas, then mango, kiwi, and strawberries.

9

Top with more sweetened condensed milk.

10

Decorate with a slice of mango on one side, a slice of apple on the other side, a vanilla wafer, a straw, and a spoon.

Cooking Techniques

shavinglayeringdrizzling

Equipment Needed

shaver or blenderserving glassspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

CholadoCholados

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