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Mangonada Popsicles

Ashley
These Mangonada Popsicles are by far the best way to beat the heat! Sweet, fresh, slightly spicy, and studded with homemade chamoy, you're in for a summertime treat! If you love traditional Mangonadas, you're going to love this spin on a classic favorite!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Vegan
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 12 -16 popsicles

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup prunes
  • ¼ cup dried apricots
  • ¼ cup dried hibiscus flowers also known as Flor de Jamaica (*see recipe notes*)
  • 6 tablespoons coconut sugar divided
  • The zest of 1 lime
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice divided
  • 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste optional (*see recipe notes*)
  • 1 tablespoon Tajin
  • 12 ounces fresh mango peeled and cut into cubes (about 2-3 large mangoes)

Instructions
 

  • In a small pot over medium-high heat, bring 2 cups of water, the prunes, dried apricots, flor de jamaica, 3 tablespoons of coconut sugar, 3 tablespoons lime juice, ancho chili powder and Tajin to a boil. Once at a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place 1 cup of water (*see recipe notes*), the remaining 3 tablespoons of coconut sugar, lime zest, remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice, and fresh mango in a blender and pulse until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary – if your mangoes aren’t very ripe, you may need to add more sugar depending on your preference of sweetness. Additionally, I like my mangonada mixture quite thick, but if you prefer a thinner consistency, add more water ¼ cup at a time. Set aside. And give the blender a quick rinse under water.
  • Next, blend the chamoy ingredients and pulse until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. It should be slightly sour, sweet, and a bit smokey. Again, I like my chamoy quite thick, but if you prefer a thinner consistency, add more water ¼ cup at a time. (*see recipe notes*)
  • If using popsicle molds that stand straight up (like a cup you pour into), layer the popsicles with about 1 teaspoon of the chamoy, followed by some mangonada mixture, and so on. If using a mold that lays flat (like the video above), then pour the mangonada mixture into the molds, followed by a scant tablespoon of the chamoy. Using a popsicle stick, give it a swirl to combine. Place in the freezer for 4 to 6 hours and enjoy!

Notes

*Dried hibiscus flowers can be found at most Mexican food stores in the same section as the dried herbs and seasonings. You can also purchase them on Amazon.
*Tamarind paste can be found at most Mexican food stores or specialty Asian markets. You can also purchase it on Amazon. While it is optional in my recipe, I definitely think it adds a nice sourness that traditional chamoy has, so I recommend using it if possible!
*Wanna make these boozy Mangonada popsicles? Sub the water out for equal parts of your favorite tequila!
*The chamoy is more than you’ll need for the popsicles – I did this on purpose because I like to use it on everything from fruit to rims on my margaritas! It will last about 3 months stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, or 2 months in a sealed container at room temperature.
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