Description
Homemade chocolate Fudgesicles bring nostalgic summer memories back to life with rich, creamy goodness. Cool chocolate dreams melt smoothly on your tongue, offering pure indulgence that connects childhood treats and gourmet dessert crafting.
Ingredients
Scale
Frozen Treats
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Sweeteners and Thickeners
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 1/4 tsp salt
Additional Flavoring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, corn starch, and salt until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Cook the mixture for 6-8 minutes until it thickens and begins to bubble gently.
- Remove from heat and immediately incorporate chopped dark chocolate and butter, stirring until completely melted and creating a glossy, rich chocolate base.
- Stir in vanilla extract, ensuring it’s thoroughly blended into the chocolate mixture.
- Allow the mixture to cool for 10-15 minutes at room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent skin formation.
- Pour the cooled chocolate mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small space at the top for expansion during freezing.
- Insert popsicle sticks into the center of each mold, making sure they stand upright and centered.
- Freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight until the fudgesicles are completely solid and firm.
- To release, briefly run the molds under warm water for 10-15 seconds, then gently twist and pull out the frozen treats.
Notes
- Smooth whisking ensures a lump-free base, creating a silky texture that’s crucial for perfect fudgesicles.
- Constant stirring prevents scorching and guarantees even heat distribution, developing a rich chocolate flavor without burning.
- Melting chocolate off the heat preserves its delicate flavor and prevents potential bitterness or graininess.
- Quick cooling and occasional stirring stops skin formation, maintaining a uniform, creamy consistency throughout the mixture.
- Select high-quality dark chocolate with 60-70% cocoa content for deeper, more complex chocolate notes.
- Experiment with dairy alternatives like coconut milk or almond milk for dairy-free and vegan-friendly options.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder or cinnamon to enhance the chocolate’s depth and create subtle flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg