Imagine beating the summer heat with a popsicle that's not just delicious, but also packed with nutrition! These Chia Seed Popsicles with Pineapple and Coconut are about to revolutionize your frozen treat experience. Forget boring, sugar-laden ice pops – this recipe is a tropical escape that will transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked beach while delivering a powerful punch of nutrients. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone craving a guilt-free dessert that feels like a luxurious indulgence.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Tropical
Serves: 8 popsicles
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
Instructions
- In a high-powered blender, combine fresh pineapple chunks, coconut milk, and honey or agave syrup. Blend until smooth and completely incorporated, creating a creamy tropical mixture.
- Add chia seeds to the blended mixture and stir thoroughly, ensuring the seeds are evenly distributed throughout the liquid. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow chia seeds to begin absorbing liquid and creating a slight gel-like texture.
- Gently stir the mixture again to prevent chia seeds from settling at the bottom and to maintain an even consistency.
- Pour the pineapple-coconut-chia mixture carefully into popsicle molds, leaving approximately 1/4 inch of space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
- Insert popsicle sticks into each mold, ensuring they are centered and standing upright.
- Place the filled popsicle molds in the freezer and allow them to freeze completely, which typically takes 4-6 hours or overnight for best results.
- To remove popsicles, run the molds briefly under warm water to help release them easily. Gently twist and pull to extract the frozen treats.
- Serve immediately or store wrapped individually in plastic wrap in the freezer for up to one week.
Tips
- For the smoothest texture, ensure your pineapple chunks are ripe and sweet. Fresh pineapple works best for maximum flavor intensity.
- When adding chia seeds, let the mixture rest for at least 5 minutes before pouring into molds. This helps the seeds absorb liquid and create a better consistency.
- If you don't have popsicle molds, you can use small paper cups or even an ice cube tray for bite-sized treats.
- For an extra creamy texture, you can use full-fat coconut milk instead of light coconut milk.
- To make unmolding easier, run the molds under warm water for just a few seconds – this helps release the popsicles without melting them completely.
- Experiment with different sweeteners like maple syrup or stevia if you prefer alternative options to honey or agave.
- For a more intense tropical flavor, try adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of ground cardamom to the mixture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
