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    Paletas de Coco (Coconut Popsicles)

    coconut popsicles by the pool

    En Español Recipe ↆ

    Paletas de Coco (Coconut Popsicles) is a very refreshing dessert that requires no cooking and one that even your children can prepare.

    coconut popsicles by the pool

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    1. Why we ❤️ it
    2. What is a paleta?
    3. About our recipe
    4. Recipe

    Why we ❤️ it

    It's always summer in the Dominican Republic: Time for some refreshing Paletas de Coco (coconut popsicles)

    I know it's not really summer year-round, and that -- much as we'd like to pretend they don't -- the laws of nature do apply to our two-thirds of an island. But for all practical purposes, it's always summer in the DR.

    For those who spent their childhood in the Dominican Republic a couple of decades ago, this evokes memories of summer fun, simple pleasures, and carefree childhood. Didn't we all buy coconut ice pops in baby food jars from neighborhood ladies for a few cheles? Or walk to our neighborhood heladería or colmado to buy the popular paletas de coco (or helado de coco)?

    Paletas de coco
    Coconut popsicles

    Coconut popsicles

    What is a paleta?

    Paleta is the Spanish word for an ice pop, or a popsicle.

    And here, just like anywhere, paletas are one of children's favorite treats. Perhaps more so here because it's a great way to cool down during our very warm summers.

    About our recipe

    This is not rocket science, paletas are very easy to make. It's great if you have popsicle molds, but your kitchen is full of stuff you can use to make paletas: small cups, glasses, jars, paper cups, etc.

    Creamy coconut pops can be made vegan, dairy-free, and even low-carb. Check the recipes for our ideas to fit these into your diet.

    See lots more popsicle and ice cream recipes!

    Buen provecho!

    Tia Clara

    Recipe

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    [Recipe + Video] Paletas de Coco (Coconut Popsicles)

    By: Clara Gonzalez
    Paletas de Coco Recipe (Coconut Popsicles): a very delicious dessert that requires no cooking and one that even your children can prepare.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine Dominican, Latino
    Servings 6
    Calories 317 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 cup evaporated milk
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, (optional)
    • 2 cup coconut milk
    • ¾ cup sugar (white, granulated), (or to taste)

    Instructions
     

    • Mix milk, vanilla and coconut milk. Add sugar to taste.
    • Pour the mix into popsicle molds, insert sticks and freeze.
    • When frozen hard remove from the molds and enjoy instant summer!

    Tips and Notes

    We get requests all the time for easy recipes that students can prepare and bring to the classroom for various assignments (why didn't we have this when I was a kid?). I think I am going to start suggesting this one from now on.

    Vegan coconut popsicle recipe

    Vegans and lactose intolerants can use soy or almond milk instead of milk.

    Low-carb / keto coconut popsicle recipe

    Diabetics and those on a low-carb diet can use sweetener instead of sugar, and use whipping cream instead of evaporated milk, all of which I have tried with success.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 166mgSugar: 34gVitamin C: 0.7mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2.5mg

    Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutritional information.

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    Published , and last revised May 19, 2022

    Edited: May 19, 2022 | Publish: Jan 25, 2011

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    Delores
    October 26, 2014 10:40 PM

    Where do I get the molds!

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    Angelee
    May 25, 2016 12:37 AM

    What kind of coconut milk? Sweetened or unsweetened? Or should i use canned coconut milk?

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    Albero
    February 20, 2016 9:04 PM

    Hi, I'm Puerto Rican and I grew up eating coco helado as a child which I haven't had in a very long time since I moved out of New York. I have an alarming question, I bought Chaokoh Coconut milk but I'm wondering is it supposed to smells so disgusting?… Read more »

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    Bella
    June 9, 2015 9:28 PM

    These are the best! I could eat them every day!

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