Coconut Ice Pops

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt sugar in water, stirring until smooth.
2. 2
   Stir in coconut milk; increase heat to high and bring to a boil, stirring.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Set aside to cool.
5. 5
   Pour into molds and freeze until slushy, then insert sticks and freeze until solid, for at least 4 hours.
6. 6
   If you are using an ice pop kit, follow the manufacturers instructions.
7. 7
   dan (pandanus) leaf to the coconut mixture before bringing it to a boil (double leaf over lengthwise and tie it in a knot).
8. 8
   Simmer and let steep, covered, for 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove leaf and set aside to cool.