Is there anything more refreshing than a burst of raspberry on a hot summer day? These decadent Raspberry Coconut Chia Pudding Pops are like a tropical vacation in your hand—creamy, sweet, and just a tad healthy (who are we kidding, they’re indulgent!). I stumbled upon this recipe while trying to recreate those fancy popsicles you see on Instagram, and let me tell you, they did not disappoint.
Steps
- Mix the lite coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk in a bowl. Add chia seeds and stir thoroughly to avoid clumping. Incorporate the raspberries and shredded coconut, then refrigerate for about 2 hours until the mixture thickens.
- Add your preferred sweetener, starting with the suggested amount. Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness to your liking, keeping in mind that freezing will lessen the sweetness.
- Pour the thickened mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion during freezing.
- Insert popsicle sticks into the molds. If your molds do not come with sticks, wait until the mixture is partially frozen before adding them. Freeze the popsicles for 4-6 hours, or ideally, leave them overnight.
- To serve, run warm water over the molds for a few seconds to release the popsicles. Enjoy your refreshing and nutritious Raspberry-Coconut Chia Pudding Popsicles!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of lite coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 3/4 cup of raspberries
- 2 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon of sweetened shredded coconut
- Sweetener: 8 drops of liquid stevia or an equivalent amount of sugar/honey to taste
Nutritional Values
Calories: 296 kcal | Carbohydrates: 27.2 g | Protein: 7.2 g | Fat: 20 g | Sodium: 108 mg | Fiber: 18.4 g | Sugar: 2.4 g
FAQ
- Are Chia Seeds Beneficial for Health?
- Yes, chia seeds are an excellent addition to popsicles, offering nutritional benefits and a unique texture. They are rich in fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various micronutrients. When soaked in liquid, they form a gel-like consistency, which is ideal for popsicles.
- What Ingredients Do I Need for Chia Pudding Popsicles?
- You will need 1 cup of liquid (such as a mix of lite coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk), 3/4 cup of fruit (raspberries, mango, or strawberries), 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, 1 tablespoon of sweetened shredded coconut, and a sweetener of your choice (such as liquid stevia, monk fruit sweetener, sugar, or honey).
- How Do I Prepare the Chia Seed Mixture?
- Combine lite coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk in a bowl, stirring in the chia seeds to ensure no clumps. Add the remaining ingredients and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for about 2 hours until it thickens to a gel-like texture.
- How Should I Sweeten the Popsicles?
- Add your preferred sweetener to the chia mixture. Start with the suggested amount and adjust to taste, keeping in mind that the sweetness will be less intense once frozen.
- How Long Do These Popsicles Need to Freeze?
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving space at the top for expansion. Insert sticks, freeze the popsicles for 4-6 hours, or ideally overnight, to ensure they are completely frozen.
Tips
- Ensure Even Chia Distribution: When mixing chia seeds with the milk, stir thoroughly to prevent clumping and achieve an even distribution. This will help the seeds swell uniformly and create a consistent texture throughout the popsicles.
- Adjust Sweetness Thoughtfully: Start with the recommended amount of sweetener, then taste the mixture before freezing. Remember, the sweetness will diminish once frozen, so consider adding a bit more than you think is necessary to suit your taste.
- Allow Ample Freezing Time: Although 4-6 hours is usually enough for freezing, leaving the popsicles in the freezer overnight will ensure they are fully set and easy to unmold.
- Ease the Unmolding Process: To remove the popsicles from their molds effortlessly, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds. This will loosen the popsicles without damaging them.
Equipment
- Popsicle molds
- Wooden popsicle sticks (if not included with the molds)
