From the pure, radiant flavors of classic Blackberry and Spicy Pineapple to unexpectedly enchanting combinations such as Sour Cream, Cherry and Tequila, or Strawberry-Horchata, Paletas is an engaging and delicious guide to Mexico’s traditional—and some not-so-traditional—frozen treats.
Collected and developed by celebrated pastry chef Fany Gerson, this sweet little cookbook showcases her favorite recipes for paletas, those flavor-packed ice pops made from an enormous variety of fruits, nuts, flowers, and even spices; plus shaved ice (raspados) and aguas frescas—the delightful Mexican drinks featuring whole fruit and exotic ingredients like tamarind and hibiscus flowers.
Whether you’re drawn to a simple burst of fresh fruit—as in the Coconut, Watermelon, or Cantaloupe pops—or prefer adventurous flavors like Mezcal-Orange, Mexican Chocolate, Hibiscus-Raspberry, or Lime Pie, Paletas is an inviting, refreshing guide guaranteed to help you beat the heat.
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Sample Recipe from Paletas: Paletas de Yogurt con Moras
(Yogurt Ice Pops with Berries)
(Yogurt Ice Pops with Berries)
MAKES 8 TO 10
1 lemon
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups plain unsweetened Greek-style yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
2 cups fresh blackberries, or the berry of your choice
Rinse the lemon, then peel it. (This recipe uses only the peel, so save the lemon for a different use.) Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until the mixture comes to a boil and the sugar has dissolved. Add the lemon peel, lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve, then refrigerate until chilled.
Put the yogurt and honey in a blender, add the chilled syrup, and blend to combine. Pour a bit of the yogurt mixture into each of the molds, to a height of about 3/4 inch. Freeze until the mixture begins to set, about 40 minutes. If the blackberries are big, cut them in half. Divide the blackberries among the molds, then pour in the remaining yogurt mixture, dividing it evenly among the molds.
If using conventional molds, snap on the lid and freeze until solid, 3 to 4 hours. If using glasses or other unconventional molds, freeze until the pops are beginning to set (45 minutes to 1 hour), then insert the sticks and freeze until solid, 3 to 4 hours. If using an instant ice pop maker, gently fold the blackberries into the yogurt prior to filling the molds and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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“The most notable contenders to the cupcake throne are macarons, whoopie pies, and, my personal favorite: ice pops. The 27-degree temps right now notwithstanding, I'm ready to crack open Fany Gerson's Paletas. Gerson's My Sweet Mexico was one of my favorite cookbooks of 2010, and Paletas looks to be equally wonderful, with recipes for ice pops in flavors ranging from coconut and mango-chile to horchata-strawberry and dulce de leche. Gerson plans to open a shop in New York serving paletas, ice cream, sorbets, and aguas frescas in late spring.”
—Publishers Weekly Spring 2011 Announcements: Top 10 Cookbooks, 1/24/11
“Lickably luscious, Paletas lets you freeze your own authentic icy Mexican treats, from the spiced (with chiles) to the spiked (with tequila)—and everything in between!”
—David Lebovitz, author of Ready for Dessert, The Sweet Life in Paris, and The Perfect Scoop
“Fany Gerson has followed up the triumph of My Sweet Mexico with Paletas, an engagingly written look at Mexico’s frozen treats and refreshing drinks.No one is better suited to introduce us to this delicious branch of Mexican culinary tradition that so deserves to be better known.”
—Nick Malgieri, author of BAKE!: Essential Techniques for Perfect Baking
—Publishers Weekly Spring 2011 Announcements: Top 10 Cookbooks, 1/24/11
“Lickably luscious, Paletas lets you freeze your own authentic icy Mexican treats, from the spiced (with chiles) to the spiked (with tequila)—and everything in between!”
—David Lebovitz, author of Ready for Dessert, The Sweet Life in Paris, and The Perfect Scoop
“Fany Gerson has followed up the triumph of My Sweet Mexico with Paletas, an engagingly written look at Mexico’s frozen treats and refreshing drinks.No one is better suited to introduce us to this delicious branch of Mexican culinary tradition that so deserves to be better known.”
—Nick Malgieri, author of BAKE!: Essential Techniques for Perfect Baking
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65 of 69 people found the following review helpful
By Casa Clark
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My spouse's exact words after getting the invoice as we share an account; he would have never known but I got this via kindle. I've only just made the spicy pineapple, but it was seriously mind blowing. Our friend has made us some paletas from this book and they were equally as delicious and unique. The BEST $11 dollars I have spent in a while. You should get this book NOW. You won't regret it.
36 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By Laurie Davis
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I like this cookbook very much. It outlines the basic sugar syrup that is necessary to keep popsicles soft enough to bite, and the flavor combinations make for an explosion in the mouth. Since I enjoy frozen treats year round, the book is at easy access in the kitchen.
One major complaint though: In it, the author refers to a an ingredient that is a recipe in another of her cookbooks. Okay, I understand that perhaps it would have taken up too much space to reprint the original recipe and the fact that there are probably copyright issues involved, but I do think it's a bum steer to have to buy two cooks in order to complete one recipe. It is easy enough to find another recipe on the internet to complete the pop, but that shouldn't have had to happen.
Otherwise, this book would have received a higher rating from me.
One major complaint though: In it, the author refers to a an ingredient that is a recipe in another of her cookbooks. Okay, I understand that perhaps it would have taken up too much space to reprint the original recipe and the fact that there are probably copyright issues involved, but I do think it's a bum steer to have to buy two cooks in order to complete one recipe. It is easy enough to find another recipe on the internet to complete the pop, but that shouldn't have had to happen.
Otherwise, this book would have received a higher rating from me.
25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By K. Gill
Format:Hardcover
I certainly never thought I'd go gaga over a book about Popsicles, but all I can say is WOW. This book is beautiful and well-written, easy to use, interesting flavors (like spicy pineapple! or roasted banana or rice pudding!). Some pops are cream (or greek yogurt) based, others are fruit based. I heard someone mention how great an avocado pop was, and I couldn't conceive of it, now I have a recipe.
It's not just popsicles though, it's also "aguas frescas" and shaved ice. Some aguas frescas are rice based! Gotta try it!
The photography is amazing, the story is endearing, the instructions are simple, the ingredients are common. You can make these for your kids or your kids can help, and I really think popsicles are the new macaron, and have been since last summer...(2010)... So you can even impress your adult friends with what you turn out.
This is one monothematic book worth having.
This book is for anyone who wants to make an unexpected and pleasant treat for themselves or guests.
No special equipment necessary, but I've been told by many that this little machine is wonderful Zoku Quick Pop Maker and now that I have this book I have
It's not just popsicles though, it's also "aguas frescas" and shaved ice. Some aguas frescas are rice based! Gotta try it!
The photography is amazing, the story is endearing, the instructions are simple, the ingredients are common. You can make these for your kids or your kids can help, and I really think popsicles are the new macaron, and have been since last summer...(2010)... So you can even impress your adult friends with what you turn out.
This is one monothematic book worth having.
This book is for anyone who wants to make an unexpected and pleasant treat for themselves or guests.
No special equipment necessary, but I've been told by many that this little machine is wonderful Zoku Quick Pop Maker and now that I have this book I have
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome Book
This is a fun book to use with your Ice Pop Maker.. Lots of yummy yummy recipes with nice pictures.
Published 9 days ago by Marinda
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Recipes!!!
I have already tried straberry and cantalupe paletas, both were beyond great, everyone loved them, summer is comming and our freezer will certainly be packed with wonderful falvors... Read more
Published 10 days ago by Tere
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great recipes!
Awesome book! I always wondered how to make some of the aguas frescas that I saw at the stores! Great recipes, very excited to cook some of these!
Published 28 days ago by Gisella Torres
5.0 out of 5 stars
Yummy
I wanted this book so I could have recipes for the Aquq Frescas I have made some of them, they are wonderful and true like theother reviews are simple and easy to make great... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Tammy Capps
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must have!
I cannot wait to start making the pops for my family and friends.
Every recipe is easy and the ingredients accessible. Read more
Every recipe is easy and the ingredients accessible. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Maggie
4.0 out of 5 stars
Needs more recipes!
I just bought this, it's a good book it just needs more paletas recipes! I don't like that its filled with shaved ice recipes and some Mexican drinks. Read more
Published 2 months ago by jessica reynoso
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
Great authentic Mexican Popsicle recipes. There are lots of recipes with easy variations. These are great fun for the whole family.
Published 2 months ago by william
5.0 out of 5 stars
awesome book
He not read the book yet, but we purchased it to get ideas for the ice treats we want to sell at our farmers market this summer
Published 3 months ago by E. Dijkhuis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this book!
It certainly gives you ideas and tips for how to make your own popsicles. Very cool! I'd recommend it highly.
Published 6 months ago by K. Kramer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Paletas
I have enjoyed this book of recipes very much. Light and refreshing as well as healthful ingredients. My family and I have enjoyed making these. I recommend.
Published 8 months ago by bigmama
