Description
Enjoy a nostalgic, creamy orange popsicle that mimics the classic creamsicle bar using fresh-squeezed orange juice, vanilla, and coconut milk.
Ingredients
- 2–3 large oranges, juiced (about 1 to 1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice)
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess) or heavy cream
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of fine salt
Instructions
- Juice the oranges until you have about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of fresh orange juice. Strain if a smoother texture is preferred.
- In a blender, combine the orange juice, coconut milk (or heavy cream), honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and add more sweetener if needed.
- Pour into popsicle molds, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace for expansion. Tap molds to release air bubbles.
- Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4–6 hours, preferably overnight.
- To unmold, run warm water over the mold’s exterior for a few seconds and gently pull the popsicles free.
Notes
Use canned full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest dairy-free result. For lower sugar, reduce honey/maple or use liquid sweetener like stevia. For intense vanilla flavor, swap vanilla extract for 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American