Coconut Mango Popsicles

Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with these coconut mango popsicles. These frozen treats blend the sweet ripe mangos with creamy coconut milk.

Sweet, satisfying, and easy to make! These coconut mango popsicles are a great summer treat. Each refreshing bite captures the essence of my childhood summer spent in the Philippines.

Popsicles offer a lighter alternative to traditional desserts. They satisfy a sweet craving without the heaviness, making them perfect for warm weather! If you’re a fan of coconut mango and want something richer, try mango coconut sheet cake or Filipino fruit salad!

Ingredients

• Mango blended with fruit juice
• Coconut milk blended with sugar and yogurt

Mango and coconut are two very distinct flavors that manage to balance each other quite well. Instead of mixing the mango and coconut together into a swirled popsicle (like my strawberry pineapple pops), I thought it would be better to separate them into distinct layers.

This recipe works well with either fresh or frozen mango. I highly recommend seeking out Philippine mangoes, also known as Manila mangoes. Manila mangoes are distinctively sweeter in flavor with less of a fibrous texture.

In contrast, the Tommy Atkins and Kent mango varieties typically sold at US supermarkets are more stringy and fibrous, more tangy in flavor, and generally less sweet. In this case, opt for frozen mango chunks which are frozen at their peak ripeness. You’ll likely have a better tasting experience!

Choose to blend the the mangoes with pineapple juice or mango juice. If you want it really sweet- opt for apple juice.

For the creamiest experience, use full-fat unsweetened canned coconut milk. Pick a brand that lists coconut within the first two ingredients. Mix the coconut milk with sweetener of your choice and yogurt.

Equipment Needed

• Popsicle Molds
• Blender

I personally use this popsicle mold from Amazon. I’ve had mine for well over a decade. It is very easy to clean and makes 10 frozen pops at a time. Use standard disposable wooden sticks or try these reusable ice cream sticks. 

You will need a blender to puree the mango. Countertop blender, food processor, or a small hand blender works great. It is best to process the fruits until smooth. 

Recipe Variations

• Options for layered vs swirled appearance
• Switch up the flavors and substitutions

Layering the distinct flavors creates a visually appealing popsicle! Plus, it allow you appreciate the two flavors separately and together. You may opt for a swirled appearance like this strawberry pineapple popsicle or lava flow popsicles.

And of course, you can choose to switch up the tropical flavors! Swap out the mango for fresh or frozen pineapple chunks, kiwi, strawberries, or avocado. Yes, avocado paired with coconut milk is such a delicious treat. These coconut avocado popsicles are proof of that!

More Popsicle Recipes

• Raspberry Mango Coconut Popsicles
• Mango Jackfruit Pops
• Smoothie Popsicles

Mango provides a very clean, refreshing flavor, while coconut milk provides these popsicles with a sweet rich and nutty contrast. Having the two flavors layered lets to enjoy them both equally.

I guess when I’m feeling bogged down and stressed from all the emails and work that have piled up, I’ll just have to step outside with a coconut mango popsicle in hand and take a breather.