Summer Fun Coconut Hazelnut Ice Cream Popsicles with Brownie Balls
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Indulge in the perfect blend of creamy coconut, rich hazelnut flavour, and decadent brownie goodness. These delightful popsicles are not only dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but they're also high in protein, making them a guilt-free indulgence for everyone.
Ingredients
  • 2 cans (14 oz each) coconut milk
  • ½ cup hazelnut butter
  • ½ cup coconut yogurt
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the brownie balls:
  • 1½ cups gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 cup dates, pitted
  • ½ cup hazelnut butter
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Step 1: Creamy Coconut Hazelnut Ice Cream
  2. In just a few simple steps, you'll have a creamy coconut hazelnut ice cream base that will leave you craving more.
  3. Blend together, using a food processor, coconut milk, hazelnut butter, coconut yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
  4. For those with a sweet tooth, feel free to add extra maple syrup for a sweeter treat.
  5. Step 2: Brownie Balls for Extra Indulgence
  6. Take your ice cream to the next level with delightful brownie balls. These rich, chocolaty morsels will make each bite a true delight.
  7. Blend gluten-free rolled oats, pitted dates, hazelnut butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
  8. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  9. Step 3: Bring it All Together
  10. Now it's time to combine the creamy coconut hazelnut ice cream with the indulgent brownie balls.
  11. Pour the ice cream mixture into a cling wrap-covered baking tin, ensuring even spreading.
  12. Gently place the brownie balls into the ice cream mixture.
  13. Freeze for 4-6 hours or until solid.
  14. Step 4: Easy Popsicle Assembly
  15. Get ready to enjoy these refreshing treats on a stick! No more struggling to remove popsicles from trays.
  16. Lift the cling wrap to release the ice cream block from the tin.
  17. Place the block on a cutting board and cut into desired popsicle shapes.
  18. Insert a popsicle stick into each piece, about halfway through.
  19. If the ice cream starts to melt while handling, simply pop it back into the freezer for a quick firming up.
  20. Step 5: Chill and Savour
  21. The final step is to let the popsicles freeze completely before enjoying every cool, creamy bite.
  22. Transfer the popsicles to a tray or plate lined with parchment paper.
  23. Return them to the freezer and let them freeze for another 1-2 hours, or until completely solid.
  24. Take a Bite into Summer Bliss
  25. *These coconut hazelnut ice cream popsicles with brownie balls are the ultimate summer treat. You can even eat this treat as an ice cream and scoop it up and place it in a sugar cone.
Recipe by Food Bloggers of Canada at https://easy-fatloss.today/summer-fun-coconut-hazelnut-ice-cream-popsicles-with-brownie-balls/%3C/div%3E