Geladinho

Geladinho is a refreshing Brazilian frozen treat made with fresh fruits and natural sweeteners, perfect for a hot day. This healthy dessert is creamy, delicious, and easy to make with just a few wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

• Banana - 1 large, ripe
• Coconut milk - 150 ml
• Honey or maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh strawberries - 100 grams
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Peel the banana and cut it into chunks.
2. In a blender, combine the banana, coconut milk, honey or maple syrup, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
3. Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into halves.
4. Pour a small amount of the banana-coconut mixture into each geladinho mold, filling it about one-third full.
5. Add a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the mixture in each mold.
6. Cover the strawberries with more of the banana-coconut mixture until the molds are nearly full.
7. Insert sticks into the molds and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
8. To serve, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds, then gently pull out the geladinhos.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 10 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in potassium from bananas, promoting heart health.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats and aids in hydration.

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