Even though it’s late summer already, the high temperatures promise to melt everyone and everything here in the tropics (I live in Puerto Rico). Every year is the same, I’m sure you can imagine. Humidity in the air, lots of rain, lizards, never ending heat and sweat, coconuts falling in your head at the beach and hurricanes, are only a few of the elements we get to ‘enjoy’ by living here. After all, it’s a tropical paradise, as foreigners like to call it.
We are all looking to escape the heat, even for just a few minutes. But not everything is heat and rain, there are also many flavors to be enjoyed year round. Sometimes all we have is sugar ladden treats that aren’t the healthiest choices. There are many local frozen treats that are traditional for summer, like Limber. It’s similar to Italian Ice. I don’t know how it got its weird name or what it means, but that’s another post.
To take advantage of the flavors of my country, I made Coconut Milk Pops sweetened with natural honey. Both ingredients are produced locally, so I can feel good about this frozen treat. If you can’t find coconut milk and honey locally, there are many great options at the supermarket these days. Just make sure you but Coconut Milk, not Coconut Cream. 
Coconut Milk & Honey Pops
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 popsicles 1x
Description
Enjoy a refreshing and healthy frozen treat with these Coconut Milk and Honey Pops, made with local ingredients and no added sugar.
Ingredients
- 15 oz (443 ml) Coconut Milk
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) Honey
- 2 tbsp (15 g) Shredded Coconut (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the coconut milk, honey, and shredded coconut (if using) until well combined.
- Pour the mixture evenly into four 4-oz (118 ml) popsicle molds.
- Place the molds in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the pops are solid.
- To remove the pops, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds to loosen them.
Notes
- This recipe makes four pops.
- It’s easy to make more, just double the ingredients.
- The shredded coconut will sink to the bottom, but that’s a good thing, you get to eat them first.
- If you can’t find local coconut milk and honey, there are many great options at the supermarket.
- Ensure you buy coconut milk, not coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does it matter whether I buy coconut milk or coconut cream?
Yes — the recipe and notes both specifically call for coconut milk, not coconut cream. Coconut cream is much thicker and higher in fat, which would make the pops too dense. The article reiterates this distinction and notes that good options are available at most supermarkets.
What happens to the shredded coconut once the pops freeze?
The notes explain that the shredded coconut will sink to the bottom of the mold as the liquid sets — and the recipe frames this as a good thing, since you get a coconut-rich bite at the base. The optional 2 tbsp of shredded coconut adds texture and a tropical bite to contrast the smooth frozen pop.
So can not wait to try these…I love everything coconut, and here in western New York, we have a lot of bee keepers, so fresh honey is an always..
I’m thinking that Coconut Cream would have made them smoother & tastier.
My goodness these were so easy and delish! My picky 4 year old and food adventurous 2 year old loved these!I did leave off the shredded coconut as I didn’t have any on hand. Still creamy and not overly sweet! Can’t wait to try with some bits of pineapple or strawberry stirred in!
I tried your recipe which taste delicious, but i had problems unmoulding the popsicles. Do you have any tip to make it easier?
This is the best and so simple. My husband in from Puerto Rico and will love these. Thank you!!
delicious. thank you!
Thanks for sharing this recipe. I was looking for a simple cold summer dessert using coconut milk and came across this. i love the taste of coconut milk and really like this simple recipe!
These pops look wonderful! Will be linking to this recipe in tomorrow’s post :)
is great, we need more caribbean cuisine from the island of Boriken
this is great!