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How to Make Easy and Delicious "Paletas de Coco” Coconut Popsicles

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Paletas de Coco

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, Paletas de Coco are a delightful frozen treat made with coconut milk and shredded coconut. They embody the tropical flavors of the region and are often enjoyed during hot summer days. These popsicles are a popular street food, found in markets and food stalls, and have gained popularity worldwide, inspiring variations with fruits and other flavors.

MexicanMXdessert
240 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
2.5 cups whole cold milk
1 can coconut milk
1 can table cream
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon Mexican vanilla blend
0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
1 package coconut flavored Masoner
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

sweetened shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: dried coconut flakes

Unsweetened coconut reduces sugar content while maintaining flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond or soy milk can provide a lighter alternative.

1

Mix the coconut flavored Masoner with 1 cup of cold milk until there are no clumps.

2

In a pot over medium heat, combine 1.5 cups of whole milk, table cream, coconut milk, the Masoner mixture, 1 teaspoon of Mexican vanilla blend, 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon, and sweetened shredded coconut.

3

Mix continuously for about 10 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not boil.

4

After 10 minutes, add 1 cup of sugar and mix for another minute until dissolved.

5

Let the mixture cool down for at least 20 minutes.

6

Give the mixture one last stir before pouring it into popsicle molds.

7

Fill the molds to the indicated line and clean any spills as you go.

8

Freeze the molds overnight for at least 8 hours.

9

To remove the popsicles, run the molds under hot water for a few seconds.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfreezing

Equipment Needed

potpopsicle moldsspoon

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Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Coconut PopsiclesCoconut Paletas
Local Name: Paletas de Coco

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