HeladitaArtisan Ice CreamAuthentic Paletas • Made Fresh Daily
Born from Tocumbo's paleta heritage, handcrafted Mexican paletas and artisanal ice cream made with 100% natural ingredients and real fruit. Discover our authentic flavors — from traditional favorites to innovative creations.
Authentic Flavors
Family Tradition
Generations of Mexican Tradition
From Tocumbo, Michoacán to Salt Lake City • Now serving Utah with pride
Don Sergio's Beginning
Learning the craft as a child in Tocumbo, Michoacán, where his grandparents were paleteros - mastering recipes by memory and palate
Journey to Utah
Bringing authentic Tocumbo paletas to Salt Lake City - preserving the soul of every family recipe
Mountain Heritage
150+ flavors made fresh daily - celebrating both Mexican heritage and Utah community
Pure Ingredients
Fresh fruit cut daily, real cream, natural sweeteners - never any artificial colors or flavors
Family Love
Every paleta is handmade in small batches using techniques passed down through our family
Daily Joy
From birthday parties to summer treats - creating sweet memories for Utah families every day
Flavors that make hearts fall in love
Each flavor tells a story of Mexico's rich culinary heritage — taste the tradition in every bite
Piña
🍍 Tropical paradise - sweet and tangy pineapple that brings the beach to your palate
💫 The exotic flavor that captures the essence of tropical Mexico
Strawberry with Cream
🍓 Romance in every bite - garden strawberries dancing with vanilla cream
💫 The flavor that won hearts at village celebrations
Limon
🍋 Zesty freshness - pure Mexican lime juice for the ultimate cool-down
💫 The classic refreshing treat enjoyed in plazas across Mexico
Traditional Craftsmanship Meets Modern Excellence
Each paleta is a labor of love — beginning at dawn with rituals Don Sergio learned as a child in Tocumbo.“Every flavor carries heart, craft, and a story — that's the Heladita way”, as Don Sergio always says.
🌅 Dawn Selection
At dawn, we choose fruits like Don Sergio learned in Tocumbo - by touch, smell, and the wisdom of generations
Only the ripest mangos, the sweetest strawberries
🏺 Sacred Preparation
Each fruit is honored with traditional cutting techniques and blessed family recipes mastered by memory and palate
The same techniques Don Sergio learned at age nine
❄️ Patient Transformation
Slowly frozen with mountain air, allowing flavors to dance together in harmony - never rushed, always perfect
4-6 hours of pure anticipation
Hearts & Souls Touched by Tradition
0+ happy customers now share our story - and it grows every single day
“¡Dios mío! This is exactly how Don Sergio makes them in Tocumbo. The mango con chile... it's like being back home with my family. My children now understand their heritage through these authentic paletas. 🥺❤️”
Maria Rodriguez
Originally from Michoacán
“I never understood the magic of authentic Mexican flavors until I came here. My kids beg for 'paleta adventures' every weekend. This place creates family memories, not just frozen treats.”
James Chen
Salt Lake City Father of 3
“Heladita isn't just Utah's best ice cream - it's a cultural bridge. Every flavor tells Mexico's story. The horchata made me cry happy tears. This is food with a soul.”
Sarah Williams
Local Food Blogger
Where to Buy
Find our authentic ice cream paletas at these fine retailers across the region.
Retail Partners
Available at these locations
- Rancho Markets
- Anayas Markets
- La Bonita Markets
- Save A Lot
- Basha's Stores
Looking for Distributors
We are actively expanding our distribution network. If you are a distributor looking for high-quality, authentic Mexican ice cream products, we want to hear from you.
Become a PartnerReady for Authentic Mexican Flavors? 🇲🇽✨
Visit our Salt Lake City shop and experience three generations of Mexican tradition, where every paleta is handcrafted with love and every scoop tells a story.
🕐 Open Daily | Mon-Sat: 10am-9pm | Sun: 12pm-8pm
📍 Find Us: 131 N 800 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84116