Paletas De Coco Fresco Recipes

Steps:

• Put the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half, salt, and vanilla in a blender and blend until smooth. Stir in the coconut.
• If using conventional molds, divide the mixture among the molds, snap on the lid, and freeze until solid, about 5 hours. If using glasses or other unconventional molds, freeze until the pops are beginning to set (1 1/2 to 2 hours), then insert the sticks and freeze until solid, 4 to 5 hours. If using an instant ice pop maker, follow the manufacturer's instructions.
• Toasting coconut helps bring out the natural oil, the same way that toasting nuts makes the overall flavor deeper and more complex.
• Although you can toast shredded coconut on the stovetop, it tends to burn rapidly. I find that the best approach is to spread a thin layer in a shallow pan or sheet pan and toast in a 325°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Move the coconut around every few minutes so that it toasts evenly. You'll know it's done when it gives off a lovely nutty aroma and is golden all over.
• If you want to make a sweetened version, toss the shredded coconut with a couple tablespoons of confectioners' sugar before you toast it.