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It's popsicle season! This here, my friends, is my recipe for healthy, creamy Raspberry Chia Popsicles made only with the best ingredients. Not only are they very low in calories (30 cals in 1 popsicle) but they are also the best way to get your kids to eat a healthy dose of chia seeds.
They're quick, easy to make and definitely far better than the sugar-filled popsicles you can buy at a store.
Once the temperature starts rising and my boys start wearing shorts the inevitable question, "Can we have ice cream?" always comes up. The problem is that I don't always make my own ice cream, though this Raspberry Coconut Ice Cream is definitely still a favorite. Another big problem with ice cream is that, for toddlers, one scoop is never enough. Even worse is when I don't miraculously make two scoops that are identical in size, weight, and form. It's basically guaranteed that I get complaints from two little boys how the other brother has more. Ugh, I'm getting a headache just thinking about those fights.
The only way to get my boys to stop yelling for ice cream is to give them all of it and that is definitely not going to happen.
So that's why I've been making lots of Raspberry Chia Popsicles instead now. They are portioned out ahead of time, they're fairly large whichkeeps my boysbusy sucking on themfor quite some time aka I get a break!
My boys didn't even mind the chia seeds in the popsicles. I was so sure they would complain about them but they didn't mind at all. I also used white chia seeds instead because I wanted them to blend in better with the popsicle. Nutritionally there is no difference between black and white chia seeds. The only difference really is just the appearance. Both white and black chia seeds are rich in omega-3's, antioxidants, protein and fiber. That doesn't even begin to describe the many benefits of chia seeds.
Which makes this recipe even more exciting. All moms know finding a recipe, that is crazy healthy and that kids love, is like finding the holy grail. No joke! You'll love these Creamy, Raspberry Chia Popsicles ;)
5 from 3 votes
Creamy Raspberry Chia Popsicles
Healthy and easy to make popsicle recipe that can be adapted with different fruit. Perfect for kids!
CourseDessert
Cuisinedairy-free, gluten-free, Raw Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Calories 30 kcal
Author Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes.com
Ingredients
- 2Chia Eggs - made with White Chia Seedsblack will work too. (See Notes on how to make)
- ⅔of a cup100g Fresh Raspberries (roughly 24 raspberries)
- 1Medjool Datepit removed
- 1cup240 ml Unsweetened Almond Milk (Can use other plant-based milks as well. Soy, rice, oat etc.)
- 24fresh RaspberriesExtra and optional!
Instructions
Prepare chia eggs (see notes on how).
Place raspberries (roughly 24 of them), medjool date, and almond milk in a blender or food processor. Blend until as smooth as possible. Strain mixture to remove seeds.
Add chia eggs to strained raspberry mixture and stir together ensuring that there are no chia seed clumps.
Optional: Add about 3 fresh raspberries to eat popsicle mold.
Fill raspberry-chia puree into popsicle molds, cover and insert popsicle sticks into each. Freeze popsicles for at least 3 hours until fully frozen.
Run the popsicle molds under room temperature water for 20 seconds to easily remove popsicles from each mold.
Recipe Notes
1.) Prepare 2 chia eggs by mixing together 2 tablespoons of chia seeds with 6 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 15 minutes or longer until a gel forms. The chia gel is your chia egg!2.) The date adds just an extra hint of sweetness to these raspberry chia popsicles. The tartness/sweetness will also depend greatly on your raspberries. If your raspberries are very sweet you could also omit the dates. If you want a little extra sweetness feel free to add some maple syrup, a couple more dates, or using sweetened almond milk.
Love these Raspberry Chia Popsicles but want to give some other cold treats a try? Then try some of these ;)
Raspberry Coconut Ice Cream , Strawberry Ice Cream Cake or browse through this list of (adults welcome too!)!
More Vegan Ice Cream Recipes
- Coconut Water Popsicles
- Very Berry Pops
- Strawberry Ice Cream Cake (V,GF)
- Raspberry Coconut Ice Cream
Reader Interactions
Comments
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
I love the chia seeds in this!! Extra power!!
These are like summer on a stick ;)Reply
Vanessa Croessmann says
Thanks, Rebecca! I couldn't agree more! I should have called them Extra Power Summer Sticks instead ;)
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Lou says
These look great!
What mould do you use?Vanessa Croessmann says
Thanks, Lou. I used these popsicle molds.
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Jacqueline Meldrum says
These look stunning! My little boy would love them. Now I just need to make room in my freezer. Stumbled, pinned and pinned.
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Christine | Vermilion Roots says
Just the recipe I need now! Yay to warm weather treats. :-)
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Tawnie Kroll says
My mouth is watering!
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Deanna Segrave-Daly says
I think I'm the last person around who hasn't tried chia seeds yet - this would be a delish way to start! BTW - welcome to ReDux!
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dixya @food, pleasure, and health says
i am into popsicles ALOT lately and seeing this version with chia is making me super happy!
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Jenn says
Oh, boy, do I know those arguments about who got more! I feel your pain! These popsicles are gorgeous and sound delicious! I've been meaning to bust out my popsicle molds sometime soon.
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Linda @ Veganosity says
I need to make these for a post run snack now that it's hot in Chicago. I could have used one this morning! You're little guy is too cute. Great picture!
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Uma says
Sounds super yummy and creamy! Like the color too:)
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Molly Kumar says
What a fun n pretty looking summer treat. I can see from the taste tester pic that these would have disappeared soon ;)
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Lucie @WIN-WIN FOOD says
These look amazing Vanessa! I love that you mixed some chia seeds in there <3
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Gin says
That kid of your little sweetie devouring his popsicle is priceless!! Love the sound of these and the sneaky chia seeds in there. Pinned!
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