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Posted:5/14/2015
Updated:1/27/2019

Jalapeno Mango Coconut Popsicles {Popsicle Series}

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This Jalapeno Mango Coconut Popsicles post is version 2.0 of a post originally published last year.

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to make room for frozen treats in your freezer again. I get a little grumpy when it’s too hot and humid, so this is especially true for me. 🙂

I first made these Jalapeno Mango Coconut Popsicles as part of a popsicle series (originally called Mango Chilli popsicles) around the time I started this blog last year. Looking back on the pictures, I was a little embarrassed by them (and for them!). Luckily, I’ve been wanting to make them again, so decided on a make-over for my old post. I ended up tweaking the recipe, giving them an even more tropical twist with the awesome addition of Coconut!

Mango Jalapeno and Coconut Popsicles - Creamy, Fruity with a little zing! Perfect for Summer.

This is in a way a tribute to my childhood. I think I’ve mentioned before, how much we used to eat mangoes while growing up in Sri Lanka. In that tropical climate, those things grow like weeds, and they are always so ripe and juicy and delicious. I often ate mangoes (and guavas and pineapples) with some salt, pepper and chili powder, which was really the norm for my cousins and myself. And pretty much every other kid I knew. I honestly cannot think of anything as tropical or as nostalgic as the combination of mangoes, peppery heat and coconut! Hence, these Jalapeno Mango Coconut Popsicles!

And having said all that, I first ate mango coconut popsicles in Australia! 🙂 I’m sure any Aussie reading this would know Weis bars, correct? Those babies are insanely good, and took up permanent residence in my freezer once. But since I can’t get my hands on them here in the US, I made my own version!

Mango Jalapeno and Coconut Popsicle Madeover!
Version 1.0 from last year

This recipe however doesn’t have too much heat. The process of candying the jalapenos removes the heat from the peppers somewhat, leaving it with just the flavour of the jalapenos and maybe just a hint of the heat. However you can leave out the jalapenos altogether too if you prefer. Personally, I love it (so does Mr K), and even turned up the heat a little more in our second batch of popsicles. That paradoxical combination of the sweet, fruity coolness of the popsicle and the little pockets of peppery heat, is one that’s sure to surprise you with how well it works!

Candied Chilli Peppers (2014)
Candied Jalapeno Peppers (2014)

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5 from 2 votes

Mango Jalapeno Coconut Popsicles {Popsicle Series}

Serves 7 - 3 fl oz popsicles
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Ingredients:

  • Makes about 7- 3 fl oz popsicles
  • 1 lb of mango chunks frozen or fresh or canned is fine, but make sure it's a sweet mango
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 2 -3 jalapeno peppers or 1 serrano pepper about 4 inches long
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
  • 1 cup of coconut milk

Instructions:

  • If using frozen mango, make sure to thaw it out before use.
  • Halve the jalapenos and then slice them fairy thick, and place them in a small saucepan. Add the water and sugar and heat over medium heat. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Let this mix come to a boil, and lower the heat to simmer for a few minutes until you have a simple syrup. Drain the pepper slices (save them, do not throw them away) and transfer the syrup to another container.
  • Pour the one cup of coconut milk into the same saucepan and heat, to bring to a boil. Lower the heat, and add enough of the sugar syrup to sweeten it to your liking. Turn the heat off and let it come to room temperature.
  • In a blender, place the mango, lime (or lemon) juice, and salt. Process until you have a smooth mix. Add the candied pepper slice and process just enough to roughly chop the slices - you want to have little bits of jalapeno peppers still visible.
  • Pour the mango puree into a jug and add enough of the sugar syrup to sweeten. Mix well and set aside.
  • To make the popsicles - with a table spoon, add 1 - 1 1/2 tbsp of the sweetened coconut milk (depending on your popsicle mold, and personal preference you can add more or less). Place the molds in the freezer and let them partially set (about 30-45 minutes). Next pour the mango puree - about double the amount of the sweetened coconut milk. To create the swirl effect, use a skewer and create the swirl pattern gently without mixing the two layers too much.
  • Repeat the process one more time, ending with a layer of mango puree on top, and insert the popsicle base. Freeze overnight.

Tips & Tricks

Note - You can substitute the jalapenos with other types of green pepper if you like. Serrano peppers can also be used. If you feel a little more adventurous, you can add some raw jalapeno pepper into the blender along with the mango to ratchet up the heat. However, add only a little at a time, and make sure it blends and mixes properly with the mango.
Raw jalapeno perhaps isn't the best thing to chew on - but candied jalapeno, is a different story! Tastes amazing on its own!
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Mango Jalapeno and Coconut Popsicles

The last time I made these, I placed thin slices of jalapeno peppers on the outside of the popsicle (see picture above). This time I incorporated it in to the popsicle. This way, not only do you have a more even distribution of the jalapeno flavour through out the popsicle, but the little candied jalapeno slices come as a nice surprise when you do come across them.

And I love the contrast between mango and coconut too! Sweet, fruity mango and creamy, refreshing coconut – there’s no way you can go wrong with that combo!

And it doesn’t hurt that these are pretty to look at either! 🙂 A quintessential summer treat in both flavour and appearance!

Mango Jalapeno and Coconut Popsicles
I am absolutely nuts about those bright colours!

I love making my own popsicles! Not only do I get to play around with awesome flavour combos, they can be a whole lot of fun too! Imagine making these with kids? 🙂 Plus it’s healthier since you only use natural ingredients. Not that it would make any difference to kids! I mean the stuff we used to eat, when we were little… I remember filling up plastic popsicle molds with sugar-drinks like Coca cola, Fanta and my personal favourite Portello, and hiding them in my grandmother’s freezer. Do you have a favourite popsicle flavour? 🙂

I will be re-doing a few of my old posts in the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned for that! 🙂
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  1. Patty from Chili Pepper Madness says

    May 21, 2015 at 09:04

    Wow. These look and sound amazing. Definitely going to try these very very soon. I really need to build up my desserts section http://www.chilipeppermadness.com/chili-pepper-recipes/desserts. I might use this as some inspiration.

    Reply
  2. Georgina @theamazingflavoursofbrazil.com says

    May 19, 2015 at 19:32

    Hi Dini, you’ve been everywhere and also lived in Australia, so it’s something we have in common! This popsicles are so creative, I love the combination of mango, chilli and coconut milk. I am pinning this one onto my popsicles board right now!

    Reply
  3. Judi Graber says

    May 19, 2015 at 09:47

    Interesting recipe but I do love mango and jalapenos! Except for the printable recipe I cannot read the comments or anything else – the words are all mixed together.

    Reply
    • Dini says

      May 19, 2015 at 09:52

      Hi Judi! Oh no! 🙁
      I just checked the page on a couple of other browsers and the printable recipe page as well, I can’t seem to find a problem. Can you let me know what you’re seeing for me to try and fix it?

      Reply
      • Judi Graber says

        May 19, 2015 at 10:03

        I’m not sure what happened but I can see everything now after checking out your response. It was like each word was typed over with another word. I like to reuse my paper in my copier and if I forget to turn it on the right side I end up with a jumbled mess. Looks fine now 🙂

        Reply
        • Judi Graber says

          May 19, 2015 at 10:04

          Funny – I just replied to your comment and your post is all jumbled up again!!!

          Reply
          • Dini says

            May 19, 2015 at 10:17

            Judi I will definitely look into it! I’m not sure what is causing it come up jumbled up 🙁 I hope it is temporary, but I’m still going to try and find a solution! Thank you for letting me know Judi! 🙂

            Reply
  4. Selma | Selma's Table says

    May 17, 2015 at 16:57

    What a clever combination of flavours – I love mango and coconut but adding jalepenos is a really good idea!

    Reply
  5. cynthia says

    May 17, 2015 at 13:47

    Giramuk, such an amazing blend of flavors! Sweet and spicy? Wonderful! Thanks for the inspiration and happy FF

    Reply
  6. Kaila (GF Life 24/7) says

    May 16, 2015 at 17:34

    Oh wow! I love the combination of sweet with a little spicy, although I like how you use candied jalapeños. Have a wonderful weekend, and happy FF!

    Reply
  7. Helen @ Scrummy Lane says

    May 16, 2015 at 16:25

    This is such an original idea! I love that you incorporated all those favourite flavours from your childhood into the popsicles. I can’t imagine what the jalapenos would taste like with the mango, but I trust your vast experience!! I bet they’re amazing! (They’re so pretty, too!)

    Reply
  8. Indu says

    May 16, 2015 at 15:29

    gorgeous! Love the flavors! 🙂

    Reply
  9. Nagi@RecipeTinEats says

    May 16, 2015 at 15:14

    5 stars
    Popsicle series? That’s SO COOL!! Love it! And don’t ever be embarrassed by your photos. People are just happy that you’re sharing your recipes, full stop. 🙂

    Reply
    • Dini says

      May 18, 2015 at 14:59

      Thank you so much Nagi! 🙂 I’m excited about it too! We’do have a surplus of popsicles in the freezer though 🙂

      Reply
  10. Loretta says

    May 16, 2015 at 14:29

    Goodness Dini, where do you come up with such creative and unusual recipes? What a wonderful combination….sweet and HOT, just like I enjoy it 🙂

    Reply
  11. Lily Lau says

    May 16, 2015 at 14:20

    Yay, now I only need good weather to accompany your fantastic popsicles 😀

    Reply
    • Dini says

      May 18, 2015 at 15:00

      hahaha!! I know! I made these popsicles and it’s been gloomy since… although I have to admit I’ve still enjoyed them!

      Reply
  12. Suchitra says

    May 15, 2015 at 16:24

    The mango-coconut -jalapeño Popsicles look so good, I wish I could get my hands on them. Never had Popsicles that had spice in them!! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  13. Julianna says

    May 15, 2015 at 16:00

    You are on a roll, Dini! This is just sensational!

    Reply
  14. Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake says

    May 15, 2015 at 13:52

    These are so awesome Dini – I love the tropical combo especially with a little added heat!
    I’ve been wanting to make popsicles for ages but I still haven’t gotten around to buying molds!

    Reply
  15. Stephanie says

    May 15, 2015 at 09:51

    These caught my eye right away at Fiesta Friday, I should have known they were yours!! 😉 These are so unique, I love the colors and reallllllllyyy want to try one! They’re a perfect summer treat- perfect pictures too, as always! 🙂

    Reply
  16. Justine says

    May 15, 2015 at 09:28

    These made me laugh, oh my how wonderful like something out of charlie and the chocolate factory, i bet these would give someone a surprise. Justine xx

    Reply
  17. Sandhya says

    May 14, 2015 at 16:49

    Dini,
    These are my kind of popsicles! What a great combination of flavors!

    Reply
  18. Miranda @ Cookie Dough & Oven Mitt says

    May 14, 2015 at 12:45

    5 stars
    These popsicles sound delish! I’ve never had mangos and jalapenos together, but I can see how it would work. Your photos are absolutely gorgeous too!

    Reply

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