Monday, August 10, 2009

Nutella/Banana/Chipotle Paleta - Say That 3 Times Fast

I love Nutella, and I love a Challenge. Did I mention I love Nutella? Thanks to the inspired Paula at Bell'Alimento, I've been experimenting with that "hazelnutty", sweet, chocolate, semi-healthy addictive spread called Nutella. The coolest thing (literally) I've made so far is a PALETA.
The classic Mexican Popsicle, Paleta, differs from the traditional American Popsicle by using real fruit and less sugar. These frozen fruit bars can be made with a water base or a milk base, and they can be sweet or savory.The ringing bell of the Paletero's push cart and running out to pick out a favorite flavor from the rainbow of cellophane wrappers is a childhood memory for many people. And the popularity of these fruity filled Mexican Popsicles has launched several gourmet Paleterias around the country. Children love the flavors that include Strawberry, Mango, Coconut and Lime. Adults enjoy those and also the complex combos of Cucumber and Jalapeno, Pineapple and Avocado or Lime with pepper flakes.

I have to admit, it wasn't a chore to taste test these Nutella/Banana/Chipotle Paletas. Besides being a great refresher from the summer heat,
the Nutella addition made these pops a creamy dream to sink your teeth into. Then, the cold melts away to a jewel of fresh banana. After the sweet, a kick of heat from the chipotle hits the back of your throat and you're ready for your next bite. These are simple, inexpensive, fast, cold and a great way to use the bananas you already put away in the freezer. Make a lot of them because you will be hearing, "more Paleta, Paleez."

NUTELLA/BANANA/CHIPOTLE PALETA

1 Cup Whole Milk
2 Frozen Bananas
1/2 cup Nutella
1 Chipotle Chile (From can of Chipotle Chiles in Adobe sauce)
Crushed Toasted Hazelnuts (optional)

In a blender, add the bananas, milk, nutella and chipotle chili together and blend for about 20 seconds. Banana pieces should be small chunks or less.

Pour mixture into Popsicle molds and place in freezer until firm.
(You can also use paper cups for the molds. Pour mixture into small cups and freeze for about 1 hour, then place popsicle sticks into the middle standing up. Return to the freezer til firm)

**Optional: Before pouring mixture in, put a sprinkling of toasted hazelnuts in the tip of the molds.

To see MANY other Nutella ideas from friends who are participating in this Nutella Challenge, or to join in the fun, CLICK HERE.






9 comments:

Paula - bell'alimento said...

Oooh Paleta! What a great idea. I'm def going to whipping up some of these. It's still smokin hot on the East Coast! Brava!

chow and chatter said...

wow this looks amazing what a great idea

Khali//Bandit and the Scene Stealers said...

On it! that sounds fancy and fast. Can't wait to beat the heat with these.

theUngourmet said...

Terrific entry! These look divine!

showfoodchef said...

Thanx, you guys. It's thrilling to read your comments and have you follow. Deep appreciation.

Anonymous said...

Hi may i know where you got the moulds from? Im trying to find some but cant.

showfoodchef said...

Anonymous: Hi, thx for stopping by. It has been awhile, but I think mine are Norpro and amazon sells them here: http://www.amazon.com/Norpro-423-Ice-Pop-Maker/dp/B0002IBJOG/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1306487156&sr=1-4 Hope they work for ya :D

Anonymous said...

Hello! Great job! Would you please tell me the name of the popsicle mold? where can i find it? Ebay? Amazon? thank you very much,
filomena sayĆ£o, journalist, sigavalemais@sigavalemais.com.br. Thanks a bunch! regards from Brazil

cathy/showfoodchef said...

I think my mold is a Norpro and you should be able to get those on amazon.com. Thx :D