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Guest Post: Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops

The following is a guest post by Shaina Olmanson, the cook, freelance writer, and photographer behind Food for My Family. She is the author of Desserts in Jars: 50 Sweet Treats that Shine and has served as the food editor for Lifetime Moms and contributor to several sites, including eHow, Babble's Family Kitchen, and eBay. She lives in Minneapolis, MN with her husband and their four kids.


Here is a quick and simple recipe for strawberry and coconut cream pops that take advantage of seasonal fresh berries and help you cool off all in one.

Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops on 100 Days of Real Food

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My youngest son runs into the kitchen, bare feet slapping against the linoleum, sticky. He's staring at me from beneath a mop of sweat-drenched hair, a thin t-shirt sticking to his back.

"Mom, can we make ice cream?"

Standing across the counter from him, the thought of moving very far to do just about anything in our hot house makes me cringe. I hesitate, sipping my iced tea, looking for an alternative option.

"Or popsicles?"

Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops on 100 Days of Real Food

Popsicles are one of my favorite summer snacks for kids and adults alike. With very few ingredients and plenty of fresh fruit, you can have a snack that feels indulgent and gives you that ice-cream-like texture, all without turning on the stove (a definite no-go when it's mid-summer and there's no air conditioning).

This recipe is wonderful with any fresh fruit. Use your seasonal favorites, from raspberries to peaches. In-season fruits shine here, blending with the creamy coconut milk. The bit of added honey or maple syrup helps lower the freezing point of the pops, providing a treat that has that classic popsicle texture instead of that of an ice cube.

Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops on 100 Days of Real Food

I often stock my freezer, making multiple batches of pops to pull out at a moment's notice. They're the perfect answer for the dirty-kneed boy standing before me, his siblings who are desperately seeking the comfort of a shady tree in the backyard, or an after-dinner treat that pairs well with meals eaten al fresco on the patio and the desire to linger just a bit longer around the table before heading back inside.

Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops on 100 Days of Real Food

This Popsicle Mold Set is great and easy to use!

Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops Recipe

Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops

Here is a quick and simple recipe for strawberry and coconut cream pops that take advantage of seasonal fresh berries and help you cool off all in one.
6 Reviews / 4.8 Average
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Total Time: 15 minutes mins
Course: Snacks & Appetizers, Treats
Cuisine: American
Method: Freezer Friendly, Too Easy
Diet: Peanut/Tree Nut-Free, Vegetarian
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Servings: 10 ice pops
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups strawberries (sliced)
  • 1 15-oz can coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup, divided)

Instructions
 

  • In a blender, combine the strawberries and 2 tablespoons of the honey. Blend until smooth, adding a tablespoon of water if necessary to encourage blending (this will depend on how ripe your berries are; juicy berries likely won't need encouragement).
  • In a separate container, whisk together the coconut milk and 1 tablespoon honey.
  • Spoon the coconut mixture and the strawberry mixture into ice pop molds, alternating between the two.
  • Freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm. Unmold and enjoy.

Notes

*Coconut is not a tree nut. However, if you have a tree nut allergy, consult your doctor before consuming.
We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Strawberries and Coconut Cream Pops
Amount Per Serving
Calories 542 Calories from Fat 369
% Daily Value*
Fat 41g63%
Saturated Fat 41g256%
Sodium 510mg22%
Potassium 66mg2%
Carbohydrates 29g10%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 5IU0%
Vitamin C 25.4mg31%
Calcium 7mg1%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Shaina Olmanson believes life exists in the small bits and simple moments shared: the way the room brightens with the fresh, bursting scent of citrus being peeled by a small child's hands, exploring the sidewalk after a hard rain, the sharp tang of minced garlic hitting hot oil in a pan. Cooking with and for her family and friends drives her desire to inspire other families to create their own family food cultures and do the same.

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Comments

  1. Sarah says

    June 11, 2023 at 2:25 pm

    What kind of popsicle mold is this? Brand?

    Reply
    • Addison LaBonte says

      June 11, 2023 at 4:47 pm

      I love these ones! https://amzn.to/3X2KNjJ

      Reply
  2. Neha says

    August 20, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    Thanks for the recipe. I made it for my kids and they loved it! Am planning on making it again.

    Reply
  3. starree says

    August 12, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    4 stars
    I've found the popsicle molds at Marshall's now and then for about $16.00. Usually find them at large retailers like surlatable or on amazon: Onyx Stainless Steel Popsicle Mold is one.

    Reply
  4. About says

    July 25, 2016 at 9:13 pm

    5 stars
    Taste very good!

    Reply
  5. Anne Sofie says

    July 21, 2016 at 11:47 am

    5 stars
    I tried the recipe the other day and oh my god, they were good! Also my family and I love strawberry and coconut, so it was a no brainer:-)
    Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!

    Reply
  6. Sharon says

    July 18, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    Where do u buy your popsiscle moulds? What brand is that one?

    Reply
    • Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says

      August 06, 2016 at 8:37 am

      Hi. This is a comment from a reader above: “I checked on Shaina Olmanson’s website and she bought her molds on Amazon and also at World Market. They are expensive (at least I think so), but probably last a long time.”

      Reply
  7. Sherri Hunt says

    July 18, 2016 at 2:21 pm

    5 stars
    Do you have any tips on getting the Popsicles out of the molds?

    Reply
    • Stephanie says

      July 18, 2016 at 3:35 pm

      Dip them in hot water for a few seconds! :-) Just be careful to only dip the mold, not the edible part, of course. Just like an old fashioned ice cube tray.

      Reply
  8. Sara says

    July 18, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    I noticed that the coconut milk has guar gum? Lisa, what's your take on this additive? Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Shaina says

      July 19, 2016 at 4:54 pm

      Hi, Sara. This article addresses the guar gum. Not ideal, but Native Forest is one of the canned varieties that does not have BPA in the can lining. Natural Value is another, and this one doesn't have guar gum.

      Reply
  9. Erika C says

    July 17, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    I have been looking for a mold like this, where was it purchased? Thank you! Can't wait to try this recipe!

    Reply
  10. Nikki says

    July 15, 2016 at 3:03 pm

    Do you have to use canned coconut milk? Or would refrigerated coconut work?

    Reply
  11. Debb says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:50 am

    These sound delicious & easy! Can you use something like evaporated milk or something else instead of coconut milk? We have someone that is not doesn't like coconut.... thanks!

    Reply
    • Shaina says

      July 14, 2016 at 3:11 pm

      I think evaporated milk would be a great substitute. You may need to adjust the sweetness a bit, but just give it a test before you pour it in.

      Reply
      • Debb says

        July 14, 2016 at 6:46 pm

        Okay - will give it a try soon!

  12. Miriam says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:32 am

    Hi there, is there a particular need (apart from the aesthetics/look!) to mix ingredients in two separate containers? Can they all be mixed in a food processor and poured into the moulds together? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Shaina says

      July 14, 2016 at 11:16 am

      Hi, Miriam. You can definitely mix all the ingredients together and pour them into molds. However, the texture and taste will be quite different than what is pictured. Not bad, just different. The berries and coconut cream separately create a contrast as you eat them. Together they would just be creamy berry pops. Imagine if you had whipped cream and berries in a bowl. Eating them that way creates a certain experience, Of course, you could just blend them together, but the experience changes, the textures, etc. Same thing here.

      Reply
  13. Eileen says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    Can you use a light coconut milk? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Shaina says

      July 14, 2016 at 9:13 am

      Hi, Eileen. I haven't used light coconut milk for this recipe, but I think you could, you may just end up with an icier texture due to the lack of fat.

      Reply
  14. Judy says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    I checked on Shaina Olmanson's website and she bought her molds on Amazon and also at World Market. They are expensive (at least I think so), but probably last a long time.

    Reply
    • Shaina says

      July 14, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Hi, Judy. Yes, the most expensive mold I own was a bit over $20 for a 10-pop mold. It, however, has been used for 2 1/2 years without issue, and I would buy it again. The World Market molds are around $12 for a single 10-pop mold (online they sell them in a 2-pack for more).

      Reply
  15. Barbara says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:13 pm

    I would like to make these for my family, but no molds. Could this mixture be poured into a glass pan and just cut into serving sizes?

    Reply
    • Brenda says

      July 13, 2016 at 2:11 pm

      I made these this week and they are firm enough after freezing that I would not be able to cut them. I've used small paper cups with wooden popcicle sticks in the past- works great.

      Reply
      • Shaina says

        July 14, 2016 at 9:08 am

        Agree. I have used small paper cups and wooden sticks or paddles in the past, and there's no reason why that wouldn't work for this. They are not soft enough to cut into bars, however.

  16. Lisa says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:50 am

    I would also like to know where to purchase the molds. Thanks

    Reply
    • Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says

      July 14, 2016 at 7:02 am

      Hi. This is a comment from a reader below: “I checked on Shaina Olmanson’s website and she bought her molds on Amazon and also at World Market. They are expensive (at least I think so), but probably last a long time.”

      Reply
  17. Debbie says

    July 12, 2016 at 8:33 am

    I'd love to know where you found those Popsicle molds??!! Thx

    Reply
    • Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says

      July 14, 2016 at 7:01 am

      Hi. This is a comment from a reader below: "I checked on Shaina Olmanson’s website and she bought her molds on Amazon and also at World Market. They are expensive (at least I think so), but probably last a long time."

      Reply
  18. Drew says

    July 11, 2016 at 6:05 pm

    5 stars
    Killer blog for the best food! Check out our products at Primekids.co maybe we could trade sometime :)

    Reply
  19. Kate says

    July 09, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    These sound delicious, love the fruit combination!! So pretty too!

    Reply
  20. Brenda says

    July 08, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing this recipe! I upgraded from paper cups to real popcicle molds, but my old recipes won't work for my youngest son with his many food intolerances. This will work perfectly with the two (yes, only two) fruits he is able to eat. Thanks so much!!!!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 13, 2016 at 11:45 am

      Where did you buy your popcicle molds?

      Reply
      • Brenda says

        July 13, 2016 at 2:13 pm

        Meijer

    • Shaina says

      July 14, 2016 at 9:07 am

      I'm so glad to hear this works for him!

      Reply
  21. Ron @ fasthealthycooking.net says

    July 08, 2016 at 6:28 am

    These look so delicious!!

    Reply
  22. Stephanie says

    July 07, 2016 at 10:53 am

    Where can I purchase those popsicle molds?

    Reply
    • Liz Bowman says

      July 13, 2016 at 11:37 am

      I am looking for the same thing!

      Reply
    • Rene says

      July 13, 2016 at 11:54 am

      I have the one shown above and it is hateful. I would not recommend it. There are better ones on Amazon.

      Reply
    • Laura says

      July 13, 2016 at 12:33 pm

      I think I bought ours on Amazon. I like it. We would always lose one of the plastic pieces that hold the popsicles in other sets. I like the fact that this uses the wooden ones. But I guess it is one more thing to buy if you don't already have them on hand like we do. I also like that it makes 10 since we are a family of 9.

      Reply
      • Shaina says

        July 14, 2016 at 9:05 am

        Hi. I have a few, including this one off Amazon and one from World Market. The World Market one is significantly cheaper ($12, in store I believe), but the top isn't as forgiving with the top piece, and the molds don't snap off as easily. Both are essentially the same in function (snapping off the main base for easier storage once they are frozen, one solid top piece) and you need to run them under warm water or allow them to sit out for a bit before unmolding. I do like them better than any other mold I've had in the past.

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