I never really had an appreciation for popsicles until after I had children. I’ve heard there are some children who have to be force-fed because they don’t like to eat, but I’m not sure I believe that such a child exists. I mean, both of mine won’t stop eating. I literally have uttered the words, “Why are you asking for lunch? We just finished breakfast!”
Now that they’re entering their teenage years, the demand for food has only increased. I truly have had to be more intentional about making sure there are lots of snacks and treats in the house—Like, all the time.
These frozen treats are great because, unlike fresh produce (which seems to go bad a few days after you bring it home), popsicles keep in the freezer for weeks, making a great ready-made snack or treat for the kids to grab whenever they get the munchies. Plus it’s a popsicle. What kid doesn’t like popsicles?!
I love making these homemade because it gives you control over what goes in them. Simple ingredients, like coconut, banana, almond butter, pure maple syrup or honey, and fresh figs are what these consist of. If you’re not a fan of figs or can’t find them in your area, feel free to use another fruit in its place, like sliced banana, kiwi, berries, etc.
I have a popsicle maker similar to this one
I hope you enjoy these as much as we did! If you make them be sure to snap a pic and tag me on Instagram so I can see your creation!
- 1 14-ounce can of coconut cream (not the same as cream of coconut) or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 large ripe banana
- ¼ cup Almond Butter
(or other nut butter of choice)
- 2-3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
or honey, to taste
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, to taste
- ½-1 pound fresh figs, stems removed and sliced (depending on how many you want in each popsicle)
(or other nut butter of choice)
or honey, to taste- Combine coconut cream, banana, almond butter, 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup/honey, and cinnamon in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and add additional sweetener or cinnamon to taste. Keep in mind they will taste less sweet when frozen.
- Place sliced figs into your popsicle molds and pour mixture over top. I have molds similar to this one
. Tap the popsicle mold on the counter to release any air bubbles and to help the mixture fill in around the figs. Pour in additional mixture, if needed.
- Place popsicle sticks into the center of the molds and freeze several hours to overnight.
- To release popsicles from their molds, run a little warm water over the bottom of the mold and jiggle each pop until they slide out of the plastic. Makes 8-10 popsicles, depending on your mold and how many figs you add.
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Chocolate Chia Pudding Pops With Bananas
Lava Flow Smoothie Popsicles
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Cassie says
August 6, 2016 at 10:09 pmI actually used to LOVE popsicles! My favorites were the Edy’s Fruit Bars that came in three flavors. These popsicles, however, look even better!
Anja says
July 26, 2016 at 9:30 amThese look amazing! I love your pictures as well!
Manali@CookWithManali says
July 25, 2016 at 5:37 pmYum, these sound so good! perfect for the hot weather we are having these days!
Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kithcen says
July 24, 2016 at 2:23 pmWhat a beauty, I would have never come up with the idea of making fig popsicles. Coconut and figs sound like the great combo. Fantastic share! 🙂
Sara says
July 23, 2016 at 2:58 pmThese look divine! I can’t wait to give them a try. And I love your wonderful food photography! Keep sharing the goodness <3.
Shann Eva says
July 21, 2016 at 11:17 pmI’ve never tried figs, but these look really yummy. The chocolate with bananas look fantastic too. I can’t wait to try some of these.
Renee Alexis says
July 21, 2016 at 6:56 pmYum!! That’s all I have to say, haha! Just yum!
Kari says
July 21, 2016 at 12:24 pmPinning this to make this weekend!
Kari
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Dylan Cutler says
July 21, 2016 at 12:29 amThese are gorgeously elegant! I have to try them. I have never seen figs in popsicles.. what is their texture frozen?
Kushi says
July 20, 2016 at 9:47 pmWOW! These popsicles looks so gorgeous and delicious!
Minna says
July 20, 2016 at 9:28 pmThese are gorgeous! I love that shot of the melty marble slab 🙂 I need to get a legitimate popsicle maker and start making these beauties! You made me laugh with your line about your kids unable to stop eating– I have a feeling my future little ones will be the same if they’re anything like me haha!
Rachel says
July 20, 2016 at 9:19 pmThis looks so good!
Sami says
July 20, 2016 at 5:04 pmThese look positively mouth watering!
Amisha says
July 20, 2016 at 3:29 pmLove these pops Joscelyn! and I always love your pictures!! So fun to make homemade pops, and I will have to use coconut cream next time! I have never tried using that before in the pops. Gorgeous! and yes its a great idea to have loads of snacks lying around for the kiddos 🙂
Melanie says
July 20, 2016 at 2:48 pmThis is such a great idea. I never would’ve thought of anything like that. I have to give this a try for sure. Thanks for sharing:)
Demelza Shaw says
July 20, 2016 at 2:46 pmYum, these look amazing!