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Charamuscas de Cafe con Cajeta
Cool off with a nostalgic and flavorful twist on a classic Central American treat—Charamuscas de Café con Cajeta. These frozen delights combine the boldness of coffee with the creamy richness of cajeta (Mexican caramel), making them the perfect pick-me-up on a warm day.Made with your milk of choice (almond milk works beautifully), instant coffee, sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and a touch of cinnamon, this dessert delivers comfort in every icy sip. The addition of cajeta deepens the flavor with its signature sweet and slightly tangy notes, while vanilla rounds everything out with warmth and familiarity.Once blended and boiled together, the mixture is cooled, poured into small plastic bags, tied off, and frozen to transform into individually portioned ice pops. Whether enjoyed as a mid-afternoon treat or a sweet ending to a summer meal, these charamuscas are a delicious, easy-to-make ode to Latin American street snacks.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 cups of milk of choice, I’m using almond milk
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup instant coffee, I enjoy a strong coffee flavor so I used 1/2 cup
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 375g can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tbsp cajeta or caramel
- 10 small plastic bags
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine all of the ingredients and bring the mixture to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Once it reaches a boil, remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool completely.
- Using a funnel or a container with a pourable spout, pour the coconut mixture into small plastic bags, leaving some space at the top for tying.
- Securely tie the bags to prevent any leakage and place the tied bags in the freezer. Allow them to freeze until solid, at least 6-8 hours.
- When ready to enjoy, cut a corner of the bag and enjoy the charamusca as you would an ice pop!
Notes
- Customize the Coffee: Use more or less instant coffee depending on your preferred intensity. For a subtler flavor, stick to 1/4 cup.
- Cajeta Swap: If cajeta isn’t available, you can substitute with dulce de leche or regular caramel sauce.
- Bag Alternatives: No small plastic bags? Use popsicle molds or silicone pouches for an eco-friendly and reusable option.
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