Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups chopped ripe papaya
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special Equipment Needed:
- Blender
- Popsicle molds
- Popsicle sticks
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a blender, add the chopped papaya, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
3. Insert popsicle sticks into each mold.
4. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely frozen.
5. To remove the popsicles from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds.
- 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 per serving: 206
- Total fat: 14g
- Saturated fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 105mg
- Total carbohydrates: 21g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Papaya can be substituted with mango or pineapple.
- Honey can be substituted with agave nectar or maple syrup.
- Lime juice can be substituted with lemon juice.
Variations:
- Add shredded coconut to the mixture for extra texture.
- Add a pinch of chili powder for a spicy kick.
- Use different fruit combinations, such as strawberry and coconut or raspberry and lime.
Tips and Tricks:
- To easily remove the popsicles from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds.
- If the popsicle sticks won't stand up straight, cover the mold with plastic wrap and poke the sticks through the plastic.
- For a creamier texture, use full-fat coconut milk.
Storage Instructions:
- Store the popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Reheating Instructions:
- Not applicable
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the popsicles on a bed of shaved ice or crushed cookies.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or toasted coconut flakes.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Toasted coconut flakes
Pairings:
- Serve with a tropical fruit salad or coconut rice.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Tropical fruit salad
- Coconut rice
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the popsicles are difficult to remove from the molds, run them under warm water for a few seconds.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use clean and sanitized popsicle molds and 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 outside overnight with a stirring stick in it. The mixture froze and the popsicle was born.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and tropical.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the popsicles as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Taste: Sweet, Tropical, Creamy, Refreshing