Paletas de Cajeta

Name: Paletas de Cajeta
Yield: makes 10 to 12
Ingredients: 3 cups half-and-half; 1/3 cup sugar; Pinch of salt; 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, or 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 3/4 cup cajeta; 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

December 9, 2011

There are few things in this world that I adore more than cajeta, a sticky, sweet goat’s milk caramel. It’s one of the most delicious treats. I love the slight acidity from the goat’s milk, and when combined with the creamy base in this ice pop, it’s simply sublime! You can make your own cajeta (the recipe is in My Sweet Mexico) or you can buy it at ethnic groceries, at specialty markets, or online.

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