Melon Tajin Paletas
These Melon Tajin Paletas are refreshing and very easy to make. Sweet melon and tangy lime paletas are studded with coconut chunks and topped with a hint of spice!
Equipment
- Popsicle Mold
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds peeled and diced melon 4 cups of melon* chunks seedless or seeds removed, divided
- 4 tablespoons sugar divided + more to taste
- 2 tablespoons lime juice + more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- ¼ - ½ cup coconut flakes
- 1 tablespoon tajin
Instructions
- Add the melon, lime juice, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and salt to a blender and blend until very smooth.
- Add a splash of water at a time, if necessary, so that the mixture liquefies. Add more lime and sugar to taste. (Note: purée will taste slightly less sweet once frozen).
- Sprinkle the tajin and divide the coconut evenly between popsicle molds and top with the melon juice. Leave about 1/2 - 3/4-inch empty for expansion.
- Add popsicle mold lid, insert sticks, and freeze until fully frozen and solid, 4-8 hours depending on your freezer but preferably, overnight.
- Sprinkle additional Tajin on the unmolded pops and enjoy.
Notes
Pro-Tip: For the tastiest results, use freshly squeezed lime juice. (Not that stuff in the squeezy bottle)!
Pro-Tip: When using different varieties of melon, remember tart ones need more sugar than very sweet ones. Season to taste!
Pro Tip: When filling the popsicle molds, remember to leave room at the top to allow for expansion!
Nutrition
Serving: 1paletaCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 0.4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.05gSodium: 103mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 324IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.2mg
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