Description
These Blackberry, Pineapple, and Coconut Swirl Italian Ice Pops are a refreshing and naturally sweetened frozen treat, perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh fruit, creamy coconut milk, and just a touch of honey or maple syrup, these dairy-free popsicles deliver a delightful tropical twist with a beautiful marbled swirl effect.
Ingredients
Scale
Blackberry Layer
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blackberries
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Pineapple Layer
- 1 ½ cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Coconut Layer
- ½ cup coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend Blackberry Mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine the blackberries with 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup and lime juice. Blend until smooth. For a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds, then set aside.
- Blend Pineapple Mixture: Rinse the blender to remove any blackberry residue. Add the pineapple chunks and the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup. Blend until smooth and set aside.
- Prepare Coconut Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the full-fat coconut milk with the vanilla extract until well combined. This will add a creamy layer to the popsicles.
- Assemble Popsicles: Layer the blackberry puree, pineapple mixture, and coconut milk alternately into popsicle molds. Use a skewer or toothpick to gently swirl the layers for a pretty marbled effect.
- Freeze: Insert popsicle sticks into the molds and freeze for at least 6 hours, or until completely solid.
- Unmold and Serve: To easily remove the popsicles from the molds, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds, then gently pull out the pops. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust sweetness based on the ripeness of your fruit—add more or less honey or maple syrup as needed.
- Substitute mango for pineapple if desired for a different tropical flavor.
- Use light coconut milk for a lower-fat version, though the texture may be less creamy.
- These popsicles are perfect for kids and make a refreshing treat for summer parties.
