Ingredients and Weight:
- Pineapple, fresh or frozen: 2 cups (chopped)
- Coconut milk: 1 cup
- Sugar: 1/3 cup (or as per taste preference)
- Lime juice: 2-3 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Ice cube tray or pop mold
- Strawberries or other fruits for decoration (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: None (as it's frozen)
- Total Time: Approx. 6 hours (including freezing time)
Difficulty Level:
Level 2: Moderate - requires basic kitchen skills and patience for freezing.
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a blender, combine pineapple chunks, coconut milk, sugar, lime juice, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or pop molds.
- Optionally, add a few strawberries or other fresh fruit pieces to the mixture in each mold for a color contrast and fresh taste.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or until solid.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Information: (per ice pop, based on ingredients given above)
Calories: ~120kcal, Total Fat: ~4g, Saturated Fat: ~3g, Carbohydrates: ~20g, Protein: ~1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and fruity dessert for summer.
- Low cooking effort with a big impact on flavor.
- Can be customized with different fruits or flavors as per preference.
User Comments:
- "These are such a fun and tasty treat for a hot summer day!" - John Doe, New York.
- "My kids loved these ice pops! They are a great way to introduce new flavors." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles.
- "A great dessert after a meal, not too sweet and very refreshing." - Michael Johnson, Chicago.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use ripe pineapple chunks for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on preference or the natural sweetness of the pineapple.
- Feel free to experiment with different tropical fruits like mango or passion fruit for variety in the ice pops.
