Coconut Ice Recipes Homemade


 

The weather has been unpredictable lately—sometimes intensely hot, other times rainy and cool. On days when the sun feels scorching, nothing hits the spot quite like a cold, refreshing drink. Enjoying a fresh iced beverage at home with your family can turn a hot afternoon into something relaxing and delightful.


Among the many favorite cold treats in Indonesia, es kelapa muda (young coconut ice) remains one of the most loved. Variants such as coconut ice with brown sugar, coconut orange ice, and es doger are popular choices across households. Besides its light, sweet taste, coconut ice is incredibly easy to prepare and offers a lot of benefits.


Young coconut water is high in natural electrolytes, making it a great natural remedy for dehydration after a full day of activities. The soft, tender coconut flesh not only tastes amazing but also provides nutrients, including healthy fats that help replenish energy levels. No wonder coconut ice becomes a top choice, especially during the dry season or after a long busy day.



Recipe 1: Young Coconut Ice with Lychee – Fresh and Sweet


Ingredients:


1 young coconut, flesh grated and water reserved


200 g lychee or canned lychee


200 ml lychee-flavored syrup


1 tbsp soaked basil seeds (selasih)


Ice cubes as needed


How to Serve:

  1. Prepare a bowl or glass, then add some young coconut flesh.
  2. Add lychee fruit and basil seeds according to preference.
  3. Pour in young coconut water and lychee syrup.
  4. Top with shaved or cubed ice until chilled.
  5. Your fresh coconut lychee ice is ready to serve—perfect for afternoons at home with family!

Recipe 2: Classic Original Young Coconut Ice

Ingredients:

1 fresh young coconut

1 can sweetened condensed milk

1–2 limes or lemons

Sugar syrup or raspberry syrup

Shaved ice

How to Serve:

Place young coconut flesh into a serving glass or bowl.

Add sugar syrup or raspberry syrup to taste.

Squeeze in fresh lime or lemon juice for a natural, refreshing touch.

Pour in a little sweetened condensed milk, then add ice generously.

Enjoy this creamy, refreshing coconut ice anytime. It’s especially perfect during Ramadan as an iftar drink—cooling, hydrating, and energizing after a day of fasting.

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