Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of dulce de membrillo (quince paste)
- 2 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Popsicle molds
- Popsicle sticks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the dulce de membrillo, water, sugar, lemon juice, and salt.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dulce de membrillo has melted and the mixture is smooth.
3. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
4. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and insert popsicle sticks.
5. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely frozen.
6. To remove the popsicles from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking
Serving size:
Makes 8 popsicles
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 160
Total fat: 0g
Saturated fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 75mg
Total carbohydrates: 41g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 34g
Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any fruit paste instead of dulce de membrillo.
- You can use lime juice instead of lemon juice.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the mixture before freezing.
- Use different popsicle molds to create different shapes.
Tips and tricks:
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little more water.
- If the popsicle sticks don't stay in place, cover the molds with plastic wrap and make a small slit for the sticks to go through.
Storage instructions:
- Store the popsicles in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- Not applicable
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the popsicles on a bed of crushed ice.
- Garnish with fresh fruit or whipped cream.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
- Not applicable
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the popsicles are too hard to remove from the molds, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before trying again.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the recipe.
- Store the popsicles in the freezer at or below 0°F (-18°C).
Food history:
- Dulce de membrillo is a traditional Latin American dessert made from quince fruit.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and tangy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a refreshing dessert on a hot day.
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Region: Spanish