Creamy Avocado Paletas
Creamy Avocado Paletas are silky popsicles made from ripe avocado, full-fat coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla. Blend until smooth and freeze at least 6 hours. Perfect for a festive no bake dessert that is ready for cinco de mayo or quick weeknight treats.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk canned, well shaken
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk to taste
- 2 to 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 to 4 Tbsp honey or maple syrup as needed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Optional toppings and garnishes
- Crushed graham crackers or Maria cookies
- Toasted shredded coconut
- A sprinkle of Tajín or chili-lime seasoning
- Thin lime slices for serving
Instructions
- Prep the avocados: Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor. Discard any stringy or bruised bits.
- Add the creamy base: Pour in the full-fat coconut milk. Add 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and the vanilla extract.
- Blend until silky smooth: Blend on high until fully smooth and creamy with no avocado chunks. Scrape down the sides as needed. Aim for a thick, pourable custard-like texture.
- Taste and adjust: Taste the mixture. Add more sweetened condensed milk, honey or maple syrup if it needs sweetness. Add another splash of lime juice for brightness. Remember freezing dulls sweetness, so the mixture should be slightly sweeter than desired.
- Fill the molds: Pour into popsicle or paleta molds, leaving a small gap at the top for expansion. Tap molds gently to release air bubbles.
- Insert sticks and freeze: Insert sticks and freeze until solid, at least 6 hours or overnight for best texture.
- Unmold the paletas: Run the outside of each mold under warm water for a few seconds, then gently pull on the stick to release. If stuck, repeat the warm water step rather than tugging.
- Serve and garnish: Roll the sides in crushed cookies or toasted coconut, sprinkle with Tajín for a sweet-spicy kick, and serve with lime wedges for a festive cinco de mayo party food display.