Homemade fudgesicles are a rich, creamy frozen treat made with milk, cream, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, maple syrup, and vanilla. They have that classic deep chocolate flavor and smooth texture, but with a simple ingredient list you can make right at home.
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✅ Recipe Name: Homemade Fudgesicles
🕒 Ready In: ~10 minutes, plus freezing
👪 Serves: 8 fudgesicles
🍽 Calories: ~120 per fudgesicle (estimated)
🥣 Main Ingredients: Milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, vanilla extract
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free; naturally sweetened
👌 Difficulty: Easy - whisk, pour, freeze
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These homemade fudgesicles are easy to whisk together and freeze, which makes them a great make-ahead dessert for warmer days. They taste extra chocolatey, freeze up creamy, and are the kind of simple treat that feels just as good for an afternoon snack as it does for dessert.
If you want more easy frozen treats, try our Orange Creamsicles, Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream, or Frozen Yogurt Bark.
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Why You'll Love Homemade Fudgesicles:
Rich chocolate flavor: These homemade fudgesicles have a deep chocolate taste from both cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
Creamy texture: The mix of milk and heavy cream helps them freeze smooth instead of icy.
Easy to make: Just whisk everything together, pour into molds, and freeze.
Great make-ahead treat: Keep a batch in the freezer for an easy dessert whenever you want one.
Simple ingredient list: Everything in this recipe is straightforward and easy to find.
Key Ingredients:
- milk. This makes up the base of the fudgesicles and keeps them smooth and creamy.
- heavy cream. Adds richness and helps create that classic fudgesicle texture.
- maple syrup. Sweetens the mixture and gives the chocolate flavor a little extra depth.
- cocoa powder. Adds deep chocolate flavor throughout the fudgesicles.
- chocolate chips. Melt into the mixture and make the fudgesicles even richer and more chocolatey.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Use a different sweetener: Honey can be used instead of maple syrup if you prefer.
- Make them extra chocolatey: Add a few extra chocolate chips for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Use dark chocolate chips: For a deeper flavor, swap the semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark chocolate chips.
- Try a dairy-free version: Use full-fat canned coconut milk in place of the milk and heavy cream.
- Add espresso powder: A small pinch of espresso powder can deepen the chocolate flavor without making the fudgesicles taste like coffee.
How to Make Homemade Fudgesicles:
- Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, and cocoa powder until smooth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking often.
- Step 2: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. Pour the mixture evenly into popsicle molds. Insert the popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or until fully set.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Whisk well: Make sure the cocoa powder is fully mixed in so the fudgesicles freeze with a smooth, even chocolate flavor.
- Warm gently if needed: If the chocolate chips do not melt easily, warm the mixture just enough to help everything blend smoothly.
- Do not overfill the molds: Leave a little space at the top so the mixture has room to expand as it freezes.
- Freeze until fully firm: These usually need at least 4 to 6 hours, but overnight is best if you want them completely set.
- Run under warm water to release: A few seconds under warm water helps loosen the fudgesicles from the molds without breaking them.
How to Store:
Freezer: Keep the homemade fudgesicles in the popsicle molds or transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container once fully frozen. Store for up to 2 months.
Best texture: For the creamiest texture, enjoy them within the first few weeks before ice crystals start to form.
Make ahead: These are perfect to make ahead since they need several hours to freeze before serving.
Homemade Fudgesicles FAQs:
Homemade fudgesicles stay creamy because the mixture includes both milk and heavy cream, which add richness and help create a smoother texture as they freeze. The chocolate chips also help make them feel more fudge-like and less icy.
Homemade fudgesicles usually need at least 4 to 6 hours to freeze fully, though overnight is best if you want them completely set and easy to remove from the molds.
Yes, homemade fudgesicles can be made dairy-free by using full-fat canned coconut milk in place of the milk and heavy cream. This will change the flavor slightly, but they will still turn out rich and creamy.
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Homemade Fudgesicles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking often.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla extract until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly into popsicle molds. Insert the popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or until fully set.
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Notes
- Whisk well: Make sure the cocoa powder is fully mixed in so the fudgesicles freeze with a smooth, even chocolate flavor.
- Warm gently if needed: If the chocolate chips do not melt easily, warm the mixture just enough to help everything blend smoothly.
- Do not overfill the molds: Leave a little space at the top so the mixture has room to expand as it freezes.
- Freeze until fully firm: These usually need at least 4 to 6 hours, but overnight is best if you want them completely set.
- Run under warm water to release: A few seconds under warm water helps loosen the fudgesicles from the molds without breaking them.
Kelly says
These are so good! They remind me of the old Jello Pudding Pops, which they stopped making! So glad I tried these.