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Healthier Fudgsicles

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Healthier 4 Ingredient Homemade Fudgsicles. A dairy-free and vegan dessert, these healthier old-school treat are perfect for summer snacks, dessert, and come together in about 10 minutes before freezing.  


Healthier Homemade Fudgsicle with a bite taken out of it.

These Fudgsicles are a serious throwback for me. I adored them as a child and have been known to purchase them from the grocery store. BUT, I wanted to find a way to make a quick, healthier version at home.

A dairy-free and vegan dessert, these fudge pops maintain the chewy texture I’m used to, but without much guilt. This fudgsicle recipe is refined sugar-free making it perfect for a family treat.

Healthier Homemade Fudgsicles on top of ice.

What is a fudgsicle made out of?

This recipe is made from full-fat coconut milk, chopped up dark chocolate, maple syrup (just a touch) and cocoa powder. All natural, all delicious.

The brand name stuff has milk, sugar (in multiple forms), and a few food-safe chemicals to keep the fudgsicles soft.

It’s important to use the full-fat coconut milk as the higher fat content is what keeps the fudgsicles soft and chewy, if any other milk or milk alternatives are used, use a full fat version to keep the fudgsicles soft and chewy.

Healthier Homemade Fudgsicles in a stack of three.

More frozen vegan dessert ideas:

Healthier Homemade Fudgsicle with a bite taken out of it.

I used a popsicle mould like this version, however the version I’ve linked to here is better than mine as you can take out one popsicle or fudgsicle at a time. With mine, I have to pull the entire mould out and run most of the moulds under water to release versus just the ones I need. I also like that this version has reusable popsicle sticks. 

5 from 3 votes
Healthier Homemade Fudgsicles on top of ice.
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Healthier Homemade Fudgsicles
Prep Time
10 mins
Freezing
8 hrs
Total Time
10 mins
 

Healthier 4 Ingredient Homemade Fudgsicles. Dairy-free and vegan, these healthier old-school treat are perfect for summer snacks, dessert, and come together in about 10 minutes before freezing.  

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fudgsicles, vegan dessert
Servings: 12 fudgsicles
Calories: 123 kcal
Author: Samantha
Ingredients
  • 2 14 oz. (331 ml) full fat coconut milk cans (or whole milk), totalling 662 ml or 28 oz.
  • 8 oz. chopped dark chocolate
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract, optional
US Customary - Metric
Instructions

  1. Heat all ingredients together in a medium sauce pan over low heat while whisking until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. 

  2. Pour into popsicle moulds and freeze for 6-8 hours (although preferably overnight for best freezing results). 

Nutrition Facts
Healthier Homemade Fudgsicles
Amount Per Serving
Calories 123 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Potassium 166mg 5%
Total Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 6g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin A 0.1%
Calcium 1.8%
Iron 13.9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Enjoy! xo

Healthier Homemade Fudgsicles long collage

 

Comments

  2. I grew up on these as a kid in the summer and I love this recipe because I don't have to feel guilty about enjoying them now!
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    • Hi there! There's a link in the recipe card (in the directions) for a mould similar to mine. I can't find mine online sadly. If you live in Vancouver, I picked them up from Chocolate Mousse on Robson St.
      Reply

    • I used Baker's Dark Chocolate, but any less sweet chocolate will work. Vegan chocolate chips, or any chocolate at 65% cocoa or higher would be best.
      Reply

  5. I loved this recipe! And so did my fiance who has a huge sweet tooth. These satified every craving that icecream or cookies have on you. I substituted three dates for the maple syrup and more cocoa powder in place of the dark chocolate. So yummy!
    Reply

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