Get ready to transform your dessert game with these mind-blowing Creamy Strawberry Paletas – a Mexican-inspired frozen delight that's about to become your new obsession! Imagine biting into a luscious, creamy popsicle bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, so rich and smooth it'll make your taste buds dance with joy. These aren't just any ordinary popsicles; they're a gourmet experience that brings the perfect balance of sweetness, creaminess, and fruity freshness right to your kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups of fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of chopped strawberries for mixing
Instructions
- Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, removing the green tops and any blemishes. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a blender, combine 2 cups of whole strawberries, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and completely integrated, creating a creamy pink mixture.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed. The condensed milk typically provides enough sweetness, but you can add a little sugar if desired.
- Gently fold the 1/4 cup of chopped strawberries into the blended mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed for texture and visual appeal.
- Carefully pour the strawberry cream mixture into popsicle molds, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
- Insert popsicle sticks into the center of each mold. If your molds have a built-in stick holder, follow the manufacturer's instructions.
- Place the filled molds in the freezer and allow them to set completely, which typically takes 4-6 hours or overnight for best results.
- To unmold, briefly run the molds under warm water for 10-15 seconds to help release the paletas easily.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, refreshing strawberry paletas.
Tips
- • Use the ripest, most vibrant strawberries for maximum flavor intensity • Blend ingredients thoroughly to ensure a smooth, creamy texture • Don't overfill your popsicle molds – leave room for expansion • For extra indulgence, consider rolling the unmolded paletas in crushed graham crackers or chocolate chips • If you don't have popsicle molds, small paper cups with wooden sticks work perfectly • For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream • Freeze overnight for the most solid and satisfying texture • Run molds under warm water for 10-15 seconds to release paletas easily without breaking
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 60mg
