Ice candy is the Filipino’s version of popsicle but instead of freezing the flavored liquid around a stick, the concoction is funneled into plastic casings which are handy for on-the-go enjoyment. These freezer pops are sold in almost every corner variety store and are made with a variety of tropical ingredients in season such as young coconut, mango, melon, pineapple and avocado blended with fruit juice, sugared water or milk. If you are from the U.S. and have no local access to ice candy plastic bags, you can purchase them online.
Ingredients
- 4 large avocados
- 4 cups fresh milk
- 1 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
- Cut avocado in half, discard pit and scoop out flesh.
- In a blender, combine avocado, fresh milk, condensed milk and sugar. Process until smooth.
- Using a funnel, pour blended mixture into plastic bags up to 3/4 full leaving about 3 inches of plastic.
- Twist the remaining three inches until tube is firm but not too tight and tie into a knot. Arrange filled plastic tubes in a single layer on a flat dish and freeze for about 2 to 3 hours or until frozen.
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Allan says
This is nice, I’m remembering the good old days when I was a kid and used to go around the neighborhood to sell my mother made ice candies
Tess says
Do you know if this recipe work for standard popsicles? Or what the alternate ratios might be? I used to have these with my cousins each summer. Now, I would like to share them with my husband and kids. 🙂
Abbie says
I want to try this one how long can I keep it ? A week or so?
Ella says
Hello. Is it possible to use powdered bear brand and just add waters in it instead of using fresh milk?
Lalaine says
Hello Ella
Absolutely 🙂
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Jane says
Oh my…! I miss this avocado flavored ice candy. I’ll probably add a few tablespoons of cornstarch to make the texture smoother: my mom’s tip when making them ice candies. 🙂
Lalaine says
Hello Jane
I’ve never heard of adding corn starch to ice candies, I am intrigued 🙂
edelweiza says
It’s avocado season already here in Manila. Must make this cool treats soon! 🙂
Michelle says
I’m going to try making these tomorrow~! I loveee avocado and this sounds delicious. :]
dina says
i had these at a korean dessert shop in nyc. they are great!
Lalaine says
Hi Dina
They’re very easy to make, too. I hope you try them 🙂