Craving a cool, indulgent treat? These Sugar-Free Chocolate Popsicles are ready in just 5 minutes with very few ingredients. Perfect for those following a low-carb or keto diet — they’re easy, quick, and ideal for a light snack or a guilt-free summer dessert. I made them last summer almost by accident and they’ve been a hit with my family ever since. Everyone loves them, even the kids! That’s why I always keep a batch in the freezer, together with the sugar-free strawberry stick popsicles without cream.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 8
- Cooking methods: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, Summer
- Energy 211.46 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 10.73 (g) of which sugars 3.05 (g)
- Proteins 1.89 (g)
- Fat 19.00 (g) of which saturated 0.00 (g)of which unsaturated 0.00 (g)
- Fibers 0.00 (g)
- Sodium 0.00 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 2 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz sugar-free dark chocolate (or whichever chocolate you prefer)
- 7 oz (about 3/4 cup) heavy whipping cream
- to taste sweetener (I used about 1 tablespoon powdered erythritol (≈15 g), but use whatever you prefer)
Tools
- disposable cups (pack of 1000 for the whole summer, economical)
- wooden sticks 1000 pieces for the whole summer, economical
Steps
First, melt the chocolate in a bain-marie or in the microwave. Then pour it into 6 small plastic or paper cups (espresso-style); with a teaspoon spread the chocolate well over the entire inner surface of each cup. Set them aside until the chocolate has solidified (to speed up the process you can put them in the freezer for 2 minutes). Meanwhile, beat the heavy cream with electric beaters and add sweetener (preferably powdered). Stop the beaters when the cream is semi-whipped. Fill the 6 cups with the cream. Insert a wooden stick in the center of each popsicle, then put them in the freezer for a few hours until they are completely firm.
Storage for the sugar-free chocolate popsicles
Store the sugar-free chocolate popsicles directly in the freezer inside the plastic cups that protect them from frost. Place the cups in an airtight container to prevent them from absorbing odors or moisture.
Tips for removing the popsicles from the cups
To remove a popsicle from its cup it’s really easy — here’s how I do it: take a popsicle cup from the freezer, hold it in your hand to warm it for a few seconds, then try to pull it out by the stick without forcing it too much. When you feel it starting to release from the sides, gently extract it. It takes very little time — easier said than done! Even the youngest members of my household have learned this little trick by now.
Delicious variations of the sugar-free popsicles
These sugar-free chocolate popsicles are truly delicious, but you can create equally tasty variations. For example, I often add a teaspoon of hazelnut paste to the whipped cream, or peanut butter, almond paste or pistachio paste. When the popsicles aren’t for children, I like to add a pinch of instant coffee to the cream for an extra touch. How nice it is to keep all these variations in the freezer for summer snacks! Friends, relatives and anyone who drops by always stop for a taste — truly pleasant moments for everyone!
Helpful Questions & Answers
Can I use other sweeteners to make these sugar-free chocolate popsicles?
Yes, you can use pure stevia powder or liquid pure stevia — or, if you want to avoid a licorice aftertaste, you can opt for a Stevia + Erythritol 1:1 (I left links to the products I buy myself).
Is it possible to make the sugar-free chocolate popsicles without cream?
Yes — you can use full-fat Greek yogurt instead, but the texture will be less creamy.
What can I use instead of cups to make these stick popsicles?
You can use popsicle molds, silicone liners or even muffin tins. The important thing is that they are freezer-safe and small enough to keep the popsicle compact. Just remember to insert the stick in the center and leave enough space in the freezer so they stay upright while they set!
