Banana Walnut Fudgesicles

By Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, LDN (Culinary Nutrition Collaborative)
Total Time
6 Hrs, 10 Mins
Serves
6
Serving Size
1 each
Course
Desserts

DESCRIPTION

Walnut cream creates a rich, nutrient-dense, dairy-free base for these smooth and creamy chocolate fudgesicles. Ripe banana and maple syrup provide natural sweetness, while the cocoa powder gives them a deeply satisfying chocolate flavor.

Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
6 Hrs
Total Time
6 Hrs, 10 Mins
Calories
170
Total Fat
11
Saturated Fat
1
Trans Fat
0
Polyunsaturated Fat
8
Monounsaturated Fat
1
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
2
Carbohydrates
16
Dietary Fiber
2
Total Sugars
9
Added Sugars
6
Protein
3
Vitamin D
0
Calcium
28
Iron
1
Potassium
166

Ingredients

  • 1 cup California walnuts
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 3 Tbsp maple syrup (or agave syrup)
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender.
  2. Start the blender on low, then quickly increase the speed to the highest setting.
  3. Blend for about 2-3 minutes, scraping the sides as needed, until completely smooth.
  4. Transfer to popsicle molds. Freeze for at least 6-10 hours or overnight.