Looking for a getaway and a refreshing frozen treat? Then Oaxtepec, Morelos, is a great option. This charming town, just an hour and a half from Mexico City, boasts a popsicle and ice cream shop that stands out for its delicious flavors—over 40 different kinds! It’s called Ké-Paleta, and they offer water-based, milk-based, and mixed flavors, as well as decorative figures like the famous Chinelos dancers, K-pop warriors, and Dr. Simi.
These are the famous popsicles shaped like a Chinelo dancer, Dr. Simi, and K-pop Warriors from the small town of Oaxtepec. Known as Ké-Paleta, and with a new branch recently opened in Tlayacapan, this shop specializes in preparing more than 40 flavors of ice cream and popsicles. Standout flavors include Gansito (a popular Mexican snack cake), Paleta Payaso (a clown-shaped popsicle), lemon filled with Pelón (a chocolate-covered marshmallow), mango with Escuincles (a chocolate-covered marshmallow), strawberry filled with Nutella, Ferrero Rocher, Oreo, Kinder Delice, passion fruit, and chocolate-banana, among many others made with water or milk. And if that weren’t enough, they also offer options for diabetics, such as sugar-free chocolate made with high-quality cacao or mixed berries.
However, among their variety, their popsicles are a must-try. They offer the same flavors and some special ones with incredible shapes! Highlights include the Chinelos (traditional figures of the region), K-pop Warriors, and Dr. Simi, which they prepare with toppings like chocolate, seeds, cookies, sprinkles, and other delicious options.
Plus, their prices are fantastic. Water-based popsicles are 28 pesos, special versions are 36 pesos, shaped popsicles are 35 pesos, and ice creams range from 37 to 60 pesos. And yes, you can order them more elaborate or by the liter.
They are located in Cocoyoc – Oaxtepec, Centro, 62738 Oaxtepec, Morelos. For reference, the Argentinian restaurant “Mi Viejo” is across the street, and next door is a gas station that is not yet open. They are open every day from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
What else can you enjoy in the charming town of Oaxtepec, Morelos?
Besides being very close to Mexico City (just an hour and a half away), you can easily explore all the must-see attractions in a single weekend. These include:
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Oaxtepec
IMSS Oaxtepec Vacation Center
El Bosque Ejidal Water Park
La Poza Azul (The Blue Pool)
The former Convent of Santo Domingo de Oaxtepec
Delicious cuisine such as cecina tacos, huaxmole, itacates, tlacoyos (stuffed corn tortillas) filled with beans or grasshoppers, oven-baked barbacoa, pancita (tripe stew), and more.
If you want a quick getaway and a cold dessert, like a popsicle or ice cream, head to the small town of Oaxtepec, Morelos, where Ké-Paletas is located and they have treats even with cute figures of Dr. Simi, K-pop Warriors and chinelos, in addition to exploring the surroundings.
Source: guacamole.radioformula
