Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 8 popsicle sticks
Special equipment needed:
- Popsicle molds or paper cups
- Blender or food processor
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt.
2. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil, about 10-15 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chocolate chips until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
5. Pour mixture into a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth.
6. Pour mixture into popsicle molds or paper cups.
7. Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely frozen.
8. To remove popsicles from molds, run under warm water for a few seconds and gently pull out.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking
Serving size:
Makes 8 popsicles
Nutritional information:
Per serving (1 popsicle):
Calories: 250
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 120mg
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole milk can be substituted with any other milk of choice (such as almond milk or soy milk).
- Semisweet chocolate chips can be substituted with dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or sprinkles to the mixture before freezing.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of semisweet chocolate chips for a different flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the mixture constantly while cooking to prevent lumps from forming.
- If using paper cups, cover the tops with aluminum foil and insert popsicle sticks through the foil to keep them upright.
- To make the popsicles easier to remove from the molds, lightly coat the inside with cooking spray before pouring in the mixture.
Storage instructions:
Store popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable.
Presentation ideas:
Serve popsicles on a bed of crushed cookies or drizzle with melted chocolate for a fancier presentation.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or chocolate shavings.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Suggested side dishes:
Not applicable.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little more milk to thin it out.
- If the mixture is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before preparing the recipe. Store popsicles at the proper temperature to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Pudding pops were first introduced by Jell-O in the 1970s and quickly became a popular frozen treat.
Flavor profiles:
Rich, chocolatey, creamy
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a refreshing dessert on a hot day.
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