Caribbean Frozen Mango Coconut Paleo Delight

Caribbean Frozen Mango Coconut Paleo Delight

Find the ultimate Caribbean Frozen Mango Coconut Delight recipe for a Paleo diet in this luxurious and indulgent dessert.

Time: Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: N/A - Total Time: 4-6 hours (freezing time)
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: Caribbean, Paleo

Allergens

Tree nuts (coconut)

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup full
  • fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
  • Toasted unsweetened shredded coconut, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine mangoes, coconut milk, honey, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, with a texture reminiscent of velvet.
  2. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze until solid, approximately 4 6 hours or overnight.
  3. Once frozen, remove from the tray and place the mango coconut cubes onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
  4. Return to the freezer while preparing the serving glasses.
  5. In each glass, layer a few fresh mint leaves and a sprinkling of toasted shredded coconut.
  6. Carefully place frozen mango coconut cubes into the glasses, filling them nearly to the top.
  7. Drizzle a touch of honey over the cubes for an added touch of sweetness.
  8. Serve immediately with a sprig of mint and enjoy the tropical island escape in every spoonful.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this recipe is allowing enough time for freezing. Overnight freezing is recommended for optimal texture.

Notes

The use of fresh mint leaves adds a refreshing touch to this dessert.

Cultural or Historical Background

Mango and coconut are staple ingredients in Caribbean cuisine, reflecting the region's abundant tropical produce.