Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup gräddfil (Swedish sour cream)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Popsicle molds
- Popsicle sticks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gräddfil, coconut milk, shredded coconut, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
2. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top.
3. Insert popsicle sticks into each mold and freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely frozen.
4. To remove the popsicles from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds and gently pull them out.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 4 hours (freezing time)
Temperature:
- Freezer temperature: 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
- Makes 6 popsicles
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Gräddfil can be substituted with Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Variations:
- Add chopped fresh fruit, such as strawberries or mango, to the popsicle mixture before freezing.
- Sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top of the popsicles before freezing.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the popsicles from sticking to the molds, lightly spray them with cooking spray before pouring in the mixture.
- For a creamier texture, use full-fat coconut milk.
- If the popsicle sticks won't stay upright, cover the molds with plastic wrap and poke the sticks through the wrap.
Storage instructions:
- Store the popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- None needed.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the popsicles on a bed of shredded coconut or in a popsicle holder.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top of the popsicles before serving.
Pairings:
- Serve with fresh fruit or a fruit salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- None needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the popsicles are difficult to remove from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds and gently pull them out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean popsicle molds and popsicle sticks.
- Store the popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer to prevent freezer burn.
Food history:
- Popsicles were invented in 1905 by an 11-year-old boy named Frank Epperson who accidentally left a mixture of soda and water with a stirring stick outside overnight.
Flavor profiles:
- Creamy, tangy, and sweet with a hint of coconut.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a refreshing dessert or snack on a hot day.
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Region: Swedish
Taste: Creamy, Coconutty, Sweet, Refreshing