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Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles

June 22, 2017 by Stephanie 13 Comments

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles are a four ingredient treat that is creamy, refreshing and drizzled with chocolate. Gluten Free & Vegan option.

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles

Hello and Happy official 2nd day of Summer to you!

Can you believe it’s already here? Do you guys have any big plans for the summer?

Road trips, special events or maybe just hanging out with the kiddos by the pool.

Well, me either but I thought it only seemed fitting to share popsicles with you today!

You know as a celebration of all things Summer.  But mostly because it’s just plain HOT out.

Hence these Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles are now making their appearance on the ole blog, along with these guys and these.

Cause guess what??? You can’t have too many tasty cool treats for the hot months ahead.

And since these are on the Healthyish side of the fence you really can feel good about staying on track this summer.

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles

Plus, making popsicles can really be a fun thing to do with the kids.

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles are only four ingredients for a tasty, healthyish way to cool off this summer. Gluten free & Vegan option.

Doesn’t everyone want to smear chocolate all over popsicles and then eat them?? Haha!

Okay, well maybe I’m just a little bit special or I like to call it creative when it comes to popsicle making.

As long as you’re getting as much chocolate on there as possible, you’re good.

You get what I’m saying…Right? Just make sure to have a large pan covered with parchment paper and have Fun!

Oh and speaking of fun shouldn’t that also include some other tasty little bite sized treats to nibble on during all your summer activities.

Hopefully mine is going to include plenty of sunshine and lots more tasty treats to share with you Guys.

 And Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles are….

  • The perfect Healthyish way to cool off this summer
  • Fun to smear chocolate all over
  • Only four ingredients
  • Great to help keep the kiddos occupied
  • Gluten Free & Vegan option

 

 

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles

 

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles

 

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles

 

Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles
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Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
Chocolate Almond Butter Popsicles are a four ingredient healthyish way to cool off this summer.
Course: Dessert
Servings: 10 popsicles
Author: Stephanie
Ingredients
  • 3 frozen bananas broken into bite sized pieces
  • 2/3 cup almond butter
  • 1 cup vanilla almond milk unsweetened
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • optional but recommended ingredients:
  • half a dark chocolate bar melted
  • 1 tsp. coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp. chopped nuts I used pumpkin seeds
Instructions
  1. Place bananas, almond butter, almond milk in food processor and blend until creamy and smooth.
  2. Scraping down the sides as necessary.
  3. Add chocolate chips and blend again till incorporated.
  4. Spoon equal amounts into popsicle molds and freeze a minimum of 4-6 hours.
  5. Remove popsicles from molds and place on pan and return to freezer for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile melt chocolate bar with coconut oil in double broiler over medium low heat.
  7. Remove popsicles from freezer and drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Recipe Notes

Can use plain almond milk if you prefer.
Can use any type of nuts but pumpkin seeds are very nutritious and taste great.
Vegan option using vegan chocolate chips.
For easier removal of popsicles from mold run under warm water to loosen.
Store in freezer in covered container.

 

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Comments

  1. Mindy says

    June 26, 2017 at 3:03 am

    These look and sound amazing, especially this time (or any) time of year. Yummy!

    Reply
  2. Sara says

    June 24, 2017 at 1:26 am

    Ooh! I am crazy for the pumpkin seed topping!!!

    Reply
  3. Christina Nesbitt Shoemaker says

    June 23, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    This is perfect for my family. My son has a peanut allergy so we’re always making things with almond butter. Looks so yummy!!

    Reply
  4. Patty @ Spoonabilities says

    June 23, 2017 at 10:54 pm

    What a fantastic summer treat! I love the little sprinkles of pumpkin seeds on them. Mmmm they look delicious!

    Reply
  5. Amanda | My Gluten-Free Miami says

    June 23, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    These sound delicious. Almond butter is a refreshing change from peanut butter. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

    Reply
  6. Catherine says

    June 23, 2017 at 9:24 pm

    I love using frozen bananas to make a healthier ice cream…these look delish!

    Reply
  7. Diana Johnson says

    June 23, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    What a great idea to use nut butter in these! I love the pumpkin seed garnish.

    Reply
  8. Savory Bites (@SavoryBites0411) says

    June 22, 2017 at 11:51 pm

    That so healthier than regular popsicle!

    Reply
  9. patisseriemakesperfect says

    June 22, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    This look so fresh and tasty not too unhealthy either.

    Reply
  10. Roxana says

    June 22, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    This is such a tasty and nice recipe. I love using nut butters although I don’t mind using cow milk with it. Looks perfect.

    Reply
  11. Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says

    June 22, 2017 at 7:23 pm

    Yum, such a healthy alternative to a normal popsicle. Looks delicious

    Reply
  12. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    June 22, 2017 at 4:24 pm

    Happy second day of summer back at ya! My only big plan for summer is to move into our new house.. which is suuuuper exciting, but the entire process of building our own house has been so lengthy that I’m kinda just ready to move in and take the worlds longest nap. Like, I’m talking I could sleep through summer. 😉 LOVING these popsicles!!! I’ve never thought to put almond butter in a popsicle before!! SO GENIUS, girlfriend!!!! Can’t wait to try these! Cheeers!

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      June 22, 2017 at 9:50 pm

      That’s definitely super exciting Cheyanne! So happy for you 🙂 But I’m sure once you get in there you’ll be too excited to sleep…you know new kitchen. Hope you get a chance to try these popsicles since they’re really easy to make and great for the summer!

      Reply

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