Chocolate Popsicle
Delightful frozen dessert made with rich chocolate, milk, and a silky texture that melts in your mouth, perfect for cooling off on hot days.
Ingredients
For the Popsicle Base
- 400 ml milk Can substitute with almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- 4 pieces sieved egg yolks
- 200 grams sugar Can substitute with honey, maple syrup, or stevia.
- 50 grams chocolate powder
- 12 grams unflavored gelatin (hydrated and dissolved) Agar-agar can be used as a vegetarian substitute.
- 400 ml heavy cream (whipped to chantilly cream consistency)
For the Chocolate Coating
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate Can use dark or white chocolate for variation.
- 50 grams hydrogenated fat
Instructions
Preparation
- In a blender, place 400 ml of milk, 4 sieved egg yolks, 200 grams of sugar, and 50 grams of chocolate powder. Blend until you achieve a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Transfer this mixture to a pot. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches a boil (about 5 minutes).
- Once it boils, turn off the heat. Add 12 grams of the hydrated and dissolved unflavored gelatin and mix well. Let the mixture cool down.
Folding and Freezing
- In a separate bowl, whip 400 ml of heavy cream until it reaches chantilly cream consistency.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture until combined smoothly.
- Pour the combined mixture into popsicle molds or plastic coffee cups. Place a popsicle stick in the center of each one.
- Freeze for about 6 hours until solid.
Coating
- Melt 200 grams of semi-sweet chocolate and 50 grams of hydrogenated fat in a double boiler or microwave.
- Remove the popsicles from the molds, dip each in the melted chocolate mixture, and either return them to the freezer or serve immediately.
Notes
Serve these chocolate popsicles straight from the freezer. They can be enjoyed on their own or with toppings like sprinkles, nuts, or fruits. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the freezer for 2-3 months. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying, to allow them to soften slightly.
