Mexican Frozen Treats - The Frozen Side of Mexican Desserts
It can get very hot in Mexico. Mexicans have a variety of cool treats to enjoy. From ice cream sandwiches to popsicles, they have many to choose from that you will love. The treats consist of chocolate, cinnamon, and different fruits. Some men even sell the treats up and down the streets similar to in America where you will see ice cream trucks in the summer selling cold snacks.
Paletas - Popsicles with a Mexican Flare
Paletas means “little shovels” in Spanish and these tasty popsicles can be bought in Mexican grocery stores. Their shapes are normal but their flavors are different from American popsicles. Some are mainly ice with tart flavors and others are milk-based with tropical fruits. You can even get a chili and cucumber flavored paleta.
If you like spicy food, you would probably love the chili one. You can make paletas yourself. They are healthy and low in fat. If you prefer to buy them, you can get them from street vendors in Hispanic neighborhoods. There is a California based company called Palapa Azul, which makes paletas for everyone to enjoy. You might even come across them at Wal-Mart!
Mexican Fried Ice Cream
If you have not already tried Mexican fried ice cream, you have missed out! It is a rather Americanized snack and is widely available at Mexican restaurants in America and also at festivals. The ice cream used in the Mexican fried ice cream recipe is more deep frozen than other ice creams. The ball of Mexican ice cream is rolled in cookie crumbs or Corn Flakes before being deep-fried at a very low temperature. The low temperature means the ice cream will not melt. When it is cooked, various toppings such as cinnamon or sugar are added. Fried ice cream is also served in Chinese and Japanese restaurants but you might be served a more Asian ice cream flavor such as green tea flavored ice cream.
Mexican Ice Cream with Cajeta Topping
If in the mood for just regular vanilla ice cream, cajeta would be a great topping. Cajeta is a Mexican confection of syrup most commonly made from caramelized milk that is sweetened. The syrup is made by the sweetened liquid being cooked slowly and breaking down until it is very thick. Some people use different liquids instead of sweetened milk.
Cajeta can also be made with juice, cow’s milk, or goat’s milk. It has different names in different Mexican communities. Some of these names include leche quemada, crema de cajeta and dulce de leche. The Hershey Company even makes cajeta. It is a great addition to ice cream on a hot Mexican afternoon.
The above refreshing treats are easy to make yourself. You can find out more about the variety of flavors and have a go at making some. If you have children, they usually love to help with these sweet Mexican recipes, whether you are making Mexican fried ice cream, cajeta, or paletas. They also love to eat the final results! These cold Mexican snacks are ideal on a hot day but are great at any time of the year.
You must be logged in to post a comment.