The colour of these popsicles stopped me when I pulled them from the mould. Pale pink with flecks of green pistachio throughout. Two cups of fresh strawberries blended with shelled pistachios, agave nectar, and DREAM Boosted Original Coconut Beverage. Poured into moulds, frozen for at least four hours.
The pistachios do not just sit in the popsicle. They blend into the base and give it a nutty richness that plain strawberry popsicles do not have. The coconut beverage keeps everything creamy and dairy-free. The agave is mild enough to sweeten without covering the fruit. These taste expensive and take ten minutes to make.
Tips for Making Strawberry Pistachio Smoothie Pops
Blend until the pistachios are fully incorporated
Quarter cup of shelled pistachios blended with the strawberries and coconut beverage. Run the blender for at least thirty seconds until no large nut pieces remain.
Small pistachio flecks in the mixture are fine. Large chunks freeze hard and make the popsicle unpleasant to bite.
Freeze for at least four hours
Pour into moulds and insert sticks. The mixture is thin enough to pour easily.
Overnight freezing is best. Four hours is the minimum for a firm set. Run warm water over the moulds to release.
Strawberry Pistachio Smoothie Pops
Total Time: 250 minutes
Yield: Makes 6 popsicles 1x
Diet: Vegan
Description
Boosted with nutrients, these cool smoothie pops taste like sweet summer strawberries and are a perfect dairy-free snack.
Ingredients
Units
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/4 cup pistachios, shelled
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1 cup DREAM Boosted Original Coconut Beverage
Instructions
- Blend the strawberries, pistachios, agave nectar, and DREAM Boosted Original Coconut Beverage until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
- Remove from molds and enjoy.
Notes
For a sweeter pop, adjust the agave nectar to taste. These popsicles are perfect for a hot summer day and can be stored in the freezer for up to two weeks. If you don’t have DREAM Boosted Coconut Beverage, any non-dairy milk can be used as a substitute, but it may alter the nutritional content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different nut?
Cashews or almonds blend well. Pistachios give a distinctive green colour and nutty flavour that is hard to replicate.
What if I do not have DREAM Coconut Beverage?
Any unsweetened coconut milk or other plant-based milk works. The popsicle will be slightly less creamy with thinner milks.
Can I use honey instead of agave?
Yes. One tablespoon of honey works. Agave is milder and blends more smoothly into cold mixtures.
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