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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Appetizers and Snacks » Easy Fruit Popsicles (paletas De Salpicón)

    Easy Fruit Popsicles (Paletas de Salpicón)

    Oct 15, 2024 by Erica Dinho · 17 Comments

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    These fruit popsicles are easy to make, delicious and refreshing. The perfect summer treat for kids and adults.

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    These Paletas de Salpicón are very popular in Colombia. They are made with Salpicón a Colombian fruit cocktail made with diced fresh fruit and watermelon juice or Colombiana (Colombian soda).

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    Which Fruits Work Best for Fruit Popsicles

    You can use pineapple, papaya, watermelon, mango, apple, banana, and seedless red grapes to make this fruit popsicles recipe. Feel free to use your favorite or seasonal fruits to make them and use orange juice if you prefer.

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    How Long Do I need to Freeze For?

    If you don't have popsicles molds, use small glasses or small cups. To get the popsicle stick to stand upright cover the top withe plastic wrap and just insert the stick through. Freeze for about 4 hours or until firm.

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    How Do I Make My Popsicles Creamy?

    These homemade fruit popsicles are the perfect treat for a hot summer day. They are refreshing, healthy and delicious. If you prefer a creamy version just add 1 cup of sweet condensed milk to the mixture.

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    Storing Instructions

    To store these fruit popsicles in the freezer. Take the frozen popsicles out of the molds and wrap them with resealable plastic bags or place them in airtight plastic containers.

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    More Popsicles Recipes to Try:

    Creamy Watermelon Popsicles

    Dulce de Leche and Coconut Popsicles

    Berries Popsicles

    Coconut and Guava Paste Popsicles

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    Fruit Popsicles Recipe

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 17 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Resting Time 4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 90 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 cups assorted fresh fruit such as pineapple, papaya, watermelon, mango, apple, banana, and seedless red grapes, cut into bite size pieces.
    • 3 cups watermelon orange or strawberry fresh juice.

    Instructions
     

    • Place cut fruit in a large bowl, pour juice over fruit and stir.
    • Pour the fruit and juice mixture into the molds.
    • If using cups, you'll need to insert wooden popsicle sticks. Freeze for about 4 hours, or until firm.

    Notes

    The number of popsicles this recipe will yield depends on the size of your molds. About six popsicles.
    Just before serving, run the frozen molds under hot water to release the popsicles.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 191mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 790IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    1. Heather @girlichef

      August 18, 2012 at 5:08 pm

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      Oh my gosh - these are absolutely gorgeous! I would NOT be able to resist them. I don't think the kids would be able to, either.

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