Homemade mango popsicles
Mango popsicles are delicious frozen desserts made from mango pulp, sugar and water. They are popular in many cultures for their refreshing and sweet flavor, making them ideal for hot days. Their vibrant color and texture make mango popsicles a tasty and comforting option to enjoy at any time.
Ingredients:
• 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and pitted
• 1/4 cup sugar (adjust according to your preference and the sweetness of the mangoes)
• 1/4 cup of water
• Juice of 1 lemon (optional, to enhance the flavor)
• Popsicle molds
• Popsicle sticks
Before making mango popsicles, make sure you have ripe mangoes and clean utensils ready to use.
Preparation:
1. Cut the mangoes into small pieces and place them in a blender or food processor. If you prefer a softer texture, you can make mango puree. If you like to taste bits of mango, you can just mash them a little.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved. It is not necessary to bring the mixture to a boil. This creates a simple syrup that will help sweeten the popsicles evenly.
3. If you decide to add lemon juice, squeeze the lemon and add the juice to the mango puree in the blender.
4. Add the simple syrup (sugar and water) to the blender with the mango puree and lemon juice (if using). Mix everything until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture.
5. Pour the mixture into the popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top so the popsicles don’t overflow when frozen.
6. Place the popsicle sticks in the center of each mold. If the sticks don’t stay in place, you can place a lid over the mold and make small incisions to hold the sticks in place.
7. Freeze the popsicles for at least 4 hours, or until completely frozen.
8. Once the popsicles are frozen, dip the molds briefly in warm water to loosen the popsicles and make them easier to remove.
9. Enjoy your homemade and refreshing mango popsicles!
If you wish, you can experiment with this recipe by adding other ingredients, such as chili powder for a spicy touch or additional fruit pieces for more variety. I hope you enjoy these delicious mango popsicles!
