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How to Make Helado de Cinco - A Step-by-Step Guide

Helado de Cinco, also known as Cinco de Mayo ice cream, is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed on the festive holiday or any time of year. This creamy and flavorful ice cream is the perfect treat to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, a holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

Traditionally, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated with parades, music, and of course, delicious Mexican cuisine. While many people may think of marga...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe papaya
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 5 teaspoons chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)
  • 2 cups chopped strawberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 quart

  • Cut the papaya in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and pulp. Spoon out the flesh and place in a blender or food processor.
  • Add heavy whipping cream, brown sugar, and chili-lime seasoning to the blender or food processor; blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  • Place the mixture into an airtight bowl and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes.
  • Add chopped strawberries in the last 5 minutes of churning.

    • Nutrition

    332 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 82mg
    • Sodium: 281mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 205mg

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