Paletas Betty, a Refreshing Way to Cool off in the Summer Heat

By Monica Avila

How do you cool off in the scorching Arizona summer?  Well, if you live anywhere close to Downtown Chandler or Mill Ave in Tempe, you head over to Paletas Betty and pick up one of most unique handmade, fresh ice-pops, fruit and cream pops, in the Phoenix area.  In downtown Chandler, Paletas Betty has a sweet little storefront nestled in at the end of Boston street and attracts those familiar with their confections  as well as those who are conscious about fresh ingredients in their treats. 

What is a Paleta?

For those who may not know, a paleta is sometimes called a Mexican ice-pop. What really makes these treats stand apart from the ice-pops you can find in your local supermarket is that they are not just frozen ice with food coloring added and sweetened with high fructose corn syrup.  Instead, paletas are created from real fruit, fresh cream and most often pure cane sugar.  Their sweetness comes from the ripe fruit and super fresh ingredients.  Which not only makes them absolutely tasty, but a healthier dessert alternative. 

These special summer treats cool you off while satisfying your sweet tooth as well! 

Paletas Betty’s website tells us about the paletas they create, “locally made, our paletas are crafted in small batches using the freshest and finest ingredients we can procure.”  Truly the paletas are refreshing, creamy and very, yummy.  The unique flavorings add a little zest to the mix.  A local favorite is the key lime  flavor that adds a graham cracker crust to the outside of the pop giving it that extra special texture and the fresh pop of key limes on the inside.  Tasty does not even come close to describing these treats.  If you are in the downtown Chandler or Mill Avenue area over the weekend, stop in to check out one of these award winning paletas, you won’t be disappointed

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