These apple ice cream pops blend whole apples into a creamy frozen treat: blitz 3 cored apples (skin on) with 2 tsp apple pie spice, ¼ cup honey and 1 cup coconut cream until smooth, freeze in molds, then dip in melted dark chocolate. Naturally dairy-free and spiced like apple pie. Makes about 6.
Instructions
- 1
Slice 3 apples — no need to peel; the skin adds flavor and nutrients. Cut out the cores and chop into blender-friendly chunks.
- 2
Add 2 tsp apple pie spice and drizzle in ¼ cup honey.
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Pour in 1 cup coconut cream for a rich, dairy-free base.
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Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
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Pour into ice cream molds and freeze until solid.
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Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler — a bowl set over hot water — stirring until smooth.
- 7
Dip the frozen apple pops in the melted chocolate to coat.
- 8
Return to the freezer for a final chill until the shell sets. Serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to peel the apples?
No — leave the skins on. They add flavor, fiber and nutrients, and once everything is blended smooth you won’t notice them. Just core the apples and chop them into chunks your blender can handle.
Is this apple ice cream dairy-free?
Yes. The creamy base comes from 1 cup of coconut cream instead of dairy, sweetened with honey. It’s dipped in dark chocolate, so check the bar’s label if you need it fully dairy-free.
How do I melt chocolate in a double boiler?
Set a heatproof bowl over a pot of barely simmering water — the bowl shouldn’t touch the water. Add the chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth and glossy. The gentle steam heat melts it evenly without scorching.