Patbingsu is a beloved dessert that almost every Korean adult grew up enjoying.

These days, bingsu comes in so many delicious and beautiful varieties, from simple treats to elegant desserts.

But here in Michigan, it’s not always easy to find. So this is my little trick for making a refreshing dessert at home—and a fun way to give my kids a healthier sweet treat.

Cool, sweet, and delightfully icy, this simple bingsu makes Michigan summers even sweeter.

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• 1 Tbs red bean paste
  (You can find it at most Asian grocery stores.)
• Your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit

Instructions

1. Freeze it
Add the milk and red bean paste to a freezer-safe container.
Freeze overnight, or for at least 5 hours.

2. Break it up
Take it out of the freezer and microwave for 20 seconds.

Use a fork to break up the frozen milk and mix it well with the red bean paste.

3. Add your toppings
Top with your favorite fruit or other toppings.

That’s it!
Your homemade Korean Red Bean Bingsu is ready!

Don’t like red beans?

No problem! Make an easy Fruit Bingsu instead.

• Freeze 1 cup of milk by itself.
• Microwave for 20 seconds.
• Add 1 teaspoon of sweetened condensed milk.
• Break up the frozen milk with a fork and mix well.
• Add your favorite fresh fruit.

Tip: There are different types of sweet red beans, but for bingsu, this kind tastes better. It has the perfect texture and sweetness for shaved ice.