The chocolate popsicle – sugar-free is the perfect recipe for someone like me who is on a diet 😉 and wants to limit sugar consumption without giving up taste.
They are creamy, delicious, and irresistible, and I’ll tell you something: both my son and husband loved them! Just like many other light recipes I often make – like the sugar-free tarts or the quick cookies without butter and sugar – these ice creams are among my favorite “smart” desserts.
They remind me of the classic Magnum ice cream (which I loved!), but in a lighter and healthier version.
And do you know why they are so creamy even though they’re sugar-free? I’m revealing my little trick: I used guar gum, also known as guar flour.
It’s a natural, gluten-free thickener, rich in fibers and proteins, obtained from the seeds of the Cyamopsis tetragonoloba plant, native to India, China, and Pakistan. In food products, it’s indicated with the code E412.
To sweeten, I chose erythritol, a zero-calorie natural sweetener, while the chocolate I used is Nick’s dark chocolate, sugar-free and gluten-free: perfect for light recipes.
It’s an easy and quick recipe to make: you just need a little patience for the freezing… but trust me, it’s really worth it!
Come on, tie your apron, and let’s make them together!
See you soon, Susy
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Rest time: 6 Hours
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4Pieces
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 579.67 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 42.47 (g) of which sugars 2.74 (g)
- Proteins 7.28 (g)
- Fat 51.67 (g) of which saturated 2.90 (g)of which unsaturated 0.59 (g)
- Fibers 3.05 (g)
- Sodium 3.63 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 85 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 for the Chocolate Popsicle – Sugar-Free
- 1 cup liquid fresh cream
- 2 tbsps erythritol
- 4 tbsps unsweetened cocoa powder (sugar-free)
- 1 tsp guar gum (Guar seed flour)
- 9 oz sugar-free dark chocolate
- 2 tsps coconut oil (or seed oil)
- to taste sliced almonds
- to taste grated coconut (shavings)
You Will Need
- 4 Molds
- Saucepan
- Tray
- Parchment Paper
Preparing the Chocolate Popsicle – Sugar-Free
In a saucepan, pour the cream, add the unsweetened cocoa, erythritol, and guar gum. Mix well with a hand whisk until all ingredients are dissolved.
Place the saucepan on moderate heat, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches the boiling point. Turn off the heat immediately and let it cool.
Meanwhile, prepare the molds, place them on a rigid tray, and fill them with the mixture. Insert the sticks and place everything in the freezer for at least 6 hours (better overnight).Prepare the coating:
Melt the dark chocolate with coconut oil (or seed oil) in a tall glass or narrow bowl, ideal for dipping.
Take the ice creams out of the freezer one at a time and dip them into the melted chocolate up to the stick level. Let the excess drip off and place them on parchment paper.
If you want to decorate them, do it immediately after dipping in chocolate, before it solidifies: you can use grated coconut, almond slices, or hazelnut granules.
If you don’t eat them immediately, store them back in the freezer.❤️ Try them too!
An easy, quick, fresh, and sugar-free recipe that will win you over at the first bite.
Ideal for those who follow a light diet but love to indulge in homemade sweets.
Tips and Storage for the Chocolate Popsicle – Sugar-Free
.Smart Tip:
As soon as dipped in chocolate, decorate immediately with grated coconut or almond slices: the chocolate quickly solidifies, and they wouldn’t stick well anymore.
🌱 Want an even lighter version?
Use unsweetened plant-based whipping cream and 70% dark chocolate without added sugars.
📌 Tasty variant:
Add a teaspoon of 100% hazelnut cream (sugar-free) into the mixture or in the center of the ice cream before freezing… guaranteed “soft heart” effect!
The popsicles can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month, closed in an airtight container or individually wrapped in parchment paper and then in a freezer bag.
Avoid leaving them uncovered in the freezer to prevent them from hardening too much or absorbing odors
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use another sweetener instead of erythritol?
Sure! You can replace it with powdered stevia or xylitol, but be careful with the quantities: some sweeteners are sweeter than erythritol, so they need to be dosed carefully.
Does the ice cream remain hard after freezing?
No, thanks to guar flour, it remains soft and creamy. If you use other thickeners or omit them, it will be icier.
