Easy homemade Fudgsicles are here to make your summertime dreams come true. They’re a fudgier, chocolatey-er, and every-other-superlative-you-can-think-of better-er than store-bought pops. Plus they are made with simple ingredients you can pronounce. The only hard part is waiting for them to freeze!
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Why You’ll Love This Homemade Fudgsicles Recipe
- Real Ingredients Make Real Good Fudge Pops. You know what tastes even better than the ingredients you can’t pronounce on the back of store-bought pops? Whole milk, brown sugar, Greek yogurt, and cocoa powder.
- Fudgsicles Meet Pudding Pops. To nail that fudgy texture, I took a cue from pudding and thickened the chocolate mixture with cornstarch. This, combined with the Greek yogurt, makes these fudgsicles supremely rich and creamy. (You’ll love these Berry Parfait Yogurt Popsicles too.)
- A Fun (But Easy) Project. In the Venn diagram of easy recipes and entertaining food projects, homemade fudgsicles sit right at the overlap in the middle—they’re a satisfying and fun DIY recipe, but we’re not exactly roasting our own cocoa beans here. This makes them an awesome recipe for kiddos to help with!
How to Make Fudgsicles
The Ingredients
- Whole Milk. Using whole milk keeps these Fudgsicles rich and satisfying.
- Light Brown Sugar. I love the subtle caramel note brown sugar adds to this recipe.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder. Natural cocoa powder (i.e., “regular” cocoa powder like Hershey’s) will give you a more traditional flavor, while Dutch processed cocoa powder (as seen in this Chocolate Olive Oil Cake) is more intensely chocolatey.
- Cornstarch. To thicken the fudgsicles.
- Plain Greek Yogurt. I recommend whole milk Greek yogurt. (If you have extra, use it to make a Yogurt Parfait.)
- Pure Vanilla Extract. Vanilla isn’t just for vanilla flavor—it’s an overall flavor enhancer.
The Directions
- Combine. Add the milk, sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt to a saucepan.
- Cook. Whisk and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture is thick and smooth.
- Add the Milk and Yogurt. Whisk until they’re fully incorporated.
- Freeze. Divide the fudgsicle mixture into popsicle molds. Insert the sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the fudge pops are set. Unmold and ENJOY!
Recipe Variations
- Make Them Nutty. Add crushed peanuts, pecans, cashews, or almonds to your pops.
- Add Cookie Crumbs. Some crushed Oreos would be a delicious addition.
- Dip Them. After unmolding the fudgsicles, quickly dip them in melted chocolate followed by crushed freeze dried raspberries, rainbow sprinkles, nuts, chopped candy, etc.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Whisk Constantly. You don’t want any lumps of cornstarch or bitter cocoa powder in your homemade fudgsicles!
- Use Real Popsicle Molds. Yes, you can totally do the paper cup and wooden stick trick, but in my experience, it just never works out quite as well as actual popsicle molds. I love this simple, classic one or this one for popsicles lightning fast.
- Freezing Time Can Vary. Round popsicle molds can take longer than the wide, flat pops, and freezing times also depend on how cold your freezer is. Four hours is a guideline, not a hard-and-fast rule!
- Run the Molds Under Hot Water. If you have trouble getting the fudgsicles out of the molds, you can run them under hot water to loosen them a bit. Juuuust enough to melt the very outer layer that’s stuck to the molds.
Fudgsicles
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 -8 pops
This homemade fudgsicles recipe is richer and creamier than store-bought, and it's super easy to make with just a few everyday ingredients!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Popsicle mold and sticks
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, brown sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk constantly over medium heat until thickened and no lumps remain, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat as necessary to avoid burning on the bottom of the pan.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the yogurt and vanilla.
- Divide the mixture between popsicle molds and insert the sticks. Freeze until firm, at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
Notes
TO STORE: Homemade fudgsicles will keep in the freezer for up to a month. It’s best to store them in the molds; if you have to remove them, wrap the pops individually in plastic wrap, then place them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pop (of 6)Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 11mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 132IUCalcium: 140mgIron: 1mg
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Absolutely LOVE homemade popsicles, but I’ve never tried my hand at homemade fudgesicles! I would eat those like it was my JOB when I was little. I could probably still eat a ton of them with this recipe though cause they’re healthier, right? ;)
I will make these chocolate treats, look so delicious.
My grandsons will love decorating them too!
Survey success as well.
This are adorable! I love the drippy chocolate and bright rainbow sprinkles. :)
Yum! I think this will be the year I get a popsicle mold. I’m wondering if I could add some protein powder to this to make it a protein-containing snack. It seems to me like that would work. I’ve made individual frozen desserts/snacks before, which was fine except for one thing: I have to plan ahead to do that. With popsicles, though, one can make a batch of them so less planning ahead is required. I think that’s genius! :-)
Hey Susan! I love the idea of protein powder. I always try to add some ‘hidden’ proteins to my snacks. Like this I just don’t have to worry that I don’t eat enough of them because I’m just not a big fan of meat lately… So, have you tried to make them?
No, I have not yet tried to make them yet – haven’t ordered a popsicle mold, either, because we’re not at home. It will have to wait until September when we get home. But since it stays very warm, it will still be popsicle weather. And I will try them then.
Finally got these made and have to ask: WHY CHIA? That part of them was just weird, to me as well as my husband. I would leave them out next time. The protein powder worked out fine.
Hi Susan! The chia is actually what gives the pops a soft, pudding-like texture. Without them, they pops would be dry and icy. I wouldn’t have thought to add protein powder! I hope you enjoyed them that way.
Survey done! I love how pretty and fun these popsicles look (especially with the sprinkles)! Perfect for a summer treat :).
Survey complete! And these pops are gorgeous.
holy moley! i had no idea these were so easy to make. adding to the list for summah! stay cool over there friend xoxo
I just took the survey…thanks for this recipe for a hot day, refreshing treat!
Glad to take the survey! Love what you’re doing; can’t wait to make these pops!
I just took the survey! Those fudgsicles look so good!
I took the survey! Today’s post has definitely put almond breeze on this week’s shopping list!
I love Almond Breeze! I do drink cow’s milk, but Matt doesn’t tolerate it well. His current favorite is their almond-coconut blend. ☺️
Survey completed. I am ready to buy a popsicle mold!
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Survey complete! We’ve recently completely switched over to almond milk from dairy milk. We will have to give this recipe a try next time we’re craving some dessert! :)
Took the survey! These popsicles look GREAT!
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I took the survey….doubt I would make these, sounds like too much trouble…(sorry) I like easy and simple recipes…..I’ll just buy these at the store :) I do love most of your recipes tho…..did buy some popsicle molds last summer from Amazon, used them once and have them ready to put in a garage sale…just too much trouble…..
I took the survey and can’t wait to try these popsicles!!
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Survey done! Can’t wait to make these!
Survey complete. Those Popsicles look fun. I need to get some chia seeds.
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hey girl these look so tasty!
Just took survey–pops look yummy!
Took the survey! LOVE this recipe- I try to eat dairy free 75% of the time for general health reasons… I will be making these ASAP!
Completed, and huzzah for the MKE Night Market! My husband and I grew up there, but have since moved away. Hope to make it back soon, and some day to that amazing event. Thanks, and cheers!
Isn’t it so fun Heather? I’m excited for next month’s market too!
Has anyone tried a cornstarch substitute? Perhaps arrowroot starch?
Hi Julie, I’ve only tested the recipe as written but I think the arrowroot would work. If you decide to experiment with it, let me know how it goes! Hope you enjoy it!
Survey finished! I love chia pudding!
Took the survey – now looking at popsicle molds online…
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Survey finished, I’ve never tried almond milk before, I like my cow milk too much.
Just took the survey. Can’t wait to try these popsicles!
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Done! Time to go make some popsicles…
Completed the survey. Have been looking for healthy popsicles for my great niece!
I hope you and your niece both love these! Thank you for taking the survey too.
Saw this post and immediately sent it to my sister. We both said Yum! Did the survey too – now a reason to purchase almond milk.
Thank you so much Monica! I hope you both love the pops :)
Just found your blog today. Love the site. Love that you live in Milwaukee. I live in a suburb of it. Oh yeah and I took the survey.
Mery, so nice to e-meet you, and thank you for your kind words! I’m glad you found my blog :) Thanks also for taking the survey. Have a great weekend!
I took the survey! Love your blog <3
Survey complete :)
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Survey done. Does the almond milk become icy when frozen like regular milk? If not, then these sound great.
Hi James! The combination of the chia seeds and almond milk keep these nice and creamy. I hope you love them!
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Took the survey. What a great idea to use chia seeds in the popsicle.
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I took the survey. These pudding pops look amazing.
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I made these today as a treat for my family after working outside in the heat. The have crowned me the Popsicle Queen. I have never heard such flattery. Thank you for coming up with yet another wonderful way to sneak in some chia. I look forward to your ideas, always! p.s. I did take the survey.
Heather, popsicle queen sounds like one amazing title! I’m so happy that you and your family enjoyed this recipe so much. Thanks for trying it and letting me know how it came out!
I completed the survey, and plan on making the pops this weekend. They look amazing!
I just took the survey. I haven’t really seen many recipes that call for chocolate almond milk, and seeing as it’s about to get really warm where I’m at I’m going to bookmark this recipe.
Thank you. I completed the survey.
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Hi Erin, I don’t know how I missed this post! Chocolate, almond milk, and more chocolate – who could ask for more??? I’ve tried unsuccessfully to freeze chocolate almond milk – so I’m thrilled that you have devised a way to do it! And the fudge pops are so pretty! I did take the survey and was disappointed that I couldn’t answer more than ONE reason I buy/like Almond Breeze, because I LOVE it! Thanks for this scrumptious-looking recipe!
Hi Erin! I completed your survey. We only do almond milk here, in coffee, on cereal etc.
Oh your Healthy Fudge Pops looks so good! We love Almond Breeze and cannot wait to make these for my family! I know they will love them and so much healthier that what we buy in the store! I completed the survey!
Took the survey! Pops look delish
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Completed the survey, and now I need to go to the store! These look delicious! If there is one thing I can’t say no to it is a chocolate frozen treat! Definitely will be making tonight. :)
I can’t wait to try these! I took the survey too! :)
Your website seems to be blocking all attempts at commenting due to spam. I did take the survey and I look forward to trying out this recipe this weekend!
Those fudgesicles look like a perfect summer treat:) (and I took the survey)
Erin, I completed the survey and love your blog. I keep coming back because you do a great job of balancing healthy with not too expensive or time consuming to make.
Sarah, I can’t say enough how much this means to me, because what you described is exactly my goal for my recipes. It means a lot to know you see them that way too!
I have to say, while I always have almond milk in my fridge, I had never even heard of the almond/cashew milk blend until I read it in one of your recipes. (I made the Avocado Chocolate Mousse the other night. I loved it, but my avocados really weren’t ripe enough. I’ll try it again. SO EASY!)
Oh and I took the survey! lol
Yay, thank you!
These look yummy! Took the survey as well.
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Your recipes look good. I think I might try Almond Milk in a recipe. I took the survey.
I took your survey. I buy Almond Breeze quite often. The 30-calorie unsweetened vanilla is my favorite. I use it mostly to make smoothies for lunch.
I really love that one in my smoothies too Denise. Thanks for taking the survey!
Survey complete. High Five!
Do you think these could be made in a Zoku pop maker (the kind that works like an ice cream maker), or too soft? Thanks.
Helen, I’m afraid I am totally unfamiliar with a Zoku pop maker and have never used one. The recipe is made for molds you fill and freeze solid, so as long as that’s how it works, you should be fine.
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I took the survey. These fudgesicles look fantastic!
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Survey done!! Now on to the popsicles!! I am a child care provider, and my munchkins will be in for an after nap treat!!
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I took the survey! Love your blog Erin! I feel like I’m learning how to make healthy dishes and your recipes are fairly easy to make.
Susan, I can’t say enough how happy this makes me to hear. THANK YOU!
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So hot in AZ right now. These look awesome. I completed the survey!
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Just took the survey and can’t wait to try the recipe. My 4 year old daughter is gonna love it! (And her Daddy too!!!)
Hi there! I took the survey. :-)
When I was little I consumed an embarrassing amount of popsicles ? No shame in my game haha. These look sooo delicious. I have lactose intolerance and I’ll never forget the first time I tried the chocolate almond breeze “IT TASTES LIKE MELTED ICE CREAM” I believe those were my exact words lol Life. Changing. And of course this has sprinkles so it must be made ??
NO SHAME AT ALL Jordan!
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Took the survey, and BTW, I love your recipes.
Hi! I just took your survey! And I made your chocolate pops last night! Had one today after lunch. Well, it actually was lunch! ;) That chocolate shell is fantastic! Another one for the Erin-keeper notebook! Thank you!
Joanie, I’m so excited to hear that you enjoyed the pops so much. Thank you for your kind words too!!
Survey: done and done. Almond Breeze tastes way better than Silk. ??
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Survey done!! I have put Almond Breeze in my coffee in the mornings, in vanilla lattes and my protein shakes for a few years now!! Yum!
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Survey completed and for the record I’m a recent convert to almond milk. It’s delicious – only wish I had discovered it many years earlier.
How did you know fudge pops were my fave popsicle? You’re so sweet. High Fives! And yes, survey completed. *fist bump*
Fist bump <—LOVE it Marsha, thank you!
Just took the survey! I cant wait to try these with sliced almonds!
Took the survey! Pops looked amazing :)
I began using almond milk when my elderly mother had trouble staying hydrated. She disliked drinking water – but LOVES Almond Breeze. She thinks she’s drinking a milkshake, and it’s a great hydrator PLUS wonderful calcium benefits (she has osteoporosis, too.) I agree w/many of the previous posters – the popsicles look so refreshing and tasty.
It IS like a milkshake Wendy! I hope you love the pops too!
I took the survey. The pops look so tasty!!
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Survey done! What a great, easy recipe!! Thanks for posting such great recipes and content!
Thank YOU for your kind words Stephanie. That means a lot!
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Thank you so much Lisa!
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I was more than happy to take the Survey. I love your Homemade Chocolate Pudding Pops recipe and will definitely make them when I have completed my Detox for Clean eating. :)
Finished the survey. Painless because I like almond milk. Good sounding recipe and if you eat with your eyes, I could gobble these up.
Love this blog – thank you so much for helping me on my journey. Will definitely be getting some ice pop molds and some *more* Almond Breeze almond milk for this purpose as I said in my survey response. (We also love Blue Diamond nut thins!!!)
I love the nut thins too Jill! Thanks so much for your kind words too. Made my day :)
I have been looking for a reason to try chia seeds, and now I have the perfect excuse to put them in the cart. I’ll upgrade my current ice pop molds for this recipe. Thanks for keeping it healthy!
Once you try chia, you’ll love it! I add it to my cereal, yogurt, smoothies, and baked goods too. Thanks for taking the survey!
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Survey complete and nice to know you live in Milwaukee too!
Took the survey. Love almond milk and definitely want to try pudding pops. Chia seeds coming in Friday. Thanks!
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Can’t wait to try your fudge pops with Almond Breeze chocolate milk! Yum!
I took the survey! This recipe looks interesting. Might even prompt me to buy almond milk and chia seeds!
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I took the survey! I love your upbeat outlook on life and food! And your food photography is great too. Everything you picture makes me want to try it! Thanks for your great blog.
Marilou
You are so kind Marilou. This really means a lot—thank you!
Took the survey. Can’t wait to make these pudding pops!
Survey done! Love your site. Can’t wait to try the pops.
Thank you so much Lori!
I tood the survey! Definitely going to try these pudding pops.
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Took the survey! I love that I can pass these fudgesicles off as healthy :)
Took the survey. I love almond milk and Blue Diamond is the best out there (and I’ve tried most of them).
Took the survey. Regularly buy almond milk. Post gastric bypass surgery i became lactose intolerant
Survey complete! The pops look delish! I am going to get a pop mold and give some a try – I know my daughter will be delighted to help.
I took the survey! (And this recipe looks delicious :))
Thank you Elise!
Survey done :>)! The pudding pops look delish! I will definitely try the recipe and Almond Breeze in chocolate for my 4th BBQ.
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Took the survey. Started using Almond Breeze when my 5 yo granddaughter was diagnosed as lactose intolerant. I love the health benefits for the whole family.
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They look delicious cant wait to try them….I needed an excuse to try almond milk! survey is done too!
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I’ve used almond milk in recipes. I find it changes the taste of food and baked goods so I tend not to use it unless a recipe calls for it. I was so disappointed. I took the survey.
Took the survey!! And I love these popsicles! They look fantastic. Can’t wait to make them!
I took the survey! These look perfect for summer though!
I took the survey! I love making popsicles all summer – a new batch almost every day!! – and have made them using this almond milk. I’d love to try this recipe!
Took the survey! Thank you for all of your healthy recipes! I’m always excited to see what I will get in my inbox!
Jen, that makes me so happy to hear. Thank you!
Survey done. I’m not really a chocolate person that those yogurt berry pops look delicious!
These fudgesicles look delicious!! I love the added sprinkles! I also took the survey!
Took the survey! I love your recipes and make them all the time. :)
<3 Thank you Kathryn. That makes me so happy to hear!
Took the survey!
Survey done. My son would love the sprinkles.
Too bad Im Canadian… Good luck everybody.
HIGH FIVE back at you!
Survey was short and sweet just the way I like them.
Your blog makes me want to be more healthy conscious and make more homemade meals.
Survey complete! Love you’re ideas!
I just took your survey. This recipe sounds amazing!
I just took the survey! Thanks for the recipe and giveaway!
I completed the survey. Those pudding pops look delicious and so perfect for the hot weather in Georgia. So yum!
Hi Erin, do you know if flax seeds would also thicken the consistency? I believe so since they are used as vegan eggs but just want to make sure.
Hi Tiffany! I actually wouldn’t recommend flax. It doesn’t thicken and plump into a pudding consistency the way chia seeds do, and I’m afraid the flavor would also be off. I know that’s not the answer you were hoping for, but I want them to work out for you!
Is there something you would recommend as a substitute for the chia seeds? Sadly, I am allergic to them.
Thank you.
Hi Ruth! Unfortunately, the chia is actually what gives the pops a soft, pudding-like texture. Without them, the pops would likely be dry and icy. I know this isn’t the answer you were looking for, but I want to make sure they turn out as expected for you!
Erin, I so appreciate your quick response. Even though I can’t eat it, I am intrigued by the versatility of chia!
Thank you.
Ruth
Did the recipe change because, chia seeds aren’t listed in the ingredients?
Hi Belle, yes, we have recently updated the recipe.
They were yummy! Easy to prepare and the hardest part was waiting for them to set! I had a little taste while the mixture was still in the pan (couldn’t resist!) and the sweet/chocolate balance was perfect. Definitely be making these again!
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, Brenda!
I have a popsicle mold just sitting in my cabinet that I’ve never used. Now I finally have the perfect recipe for this! Although it’ll take a lot of willpower to not just eat it all straight out of the pan. They are so much cheaper to make than buy. They are so easy to whip up too! Thanks for sharing.
Great to hear, thank you Connie!
I had fun making this fudgsicles with my kiddos. Perfect bonding with kids and love the simplicity of this recipe. I divided the mixture into two bowls and I added chocolate chips and chopped nuts to one mixture and the other was plain. Let me tell you, it was awesome. Thank you for this amazing recipe!
Makes me so happy to hear, thank you Peyton!
Hi, reading the comments people are asking about the chia seeds. I don’t see them in the recipe. What quantity should be added?
Thank you.
Hi! We’ve recently updated the recipe and it no longer contains chia seeds. Thanks!
Soooo delicious!
Thank you Jessica!
We never have whole milk in our house so could I use 2% milk for the fudgescicles?
Hi Lynda! While I haven’t tried it, I’d say it would likely work. They may not be as rich as the original but equally delicious! Hope this helps and let us know if you decide to experiment!
milk? the recipe doesnt mention milk. Am I missing something?
Hi David, I’m so confused because I see it on my end. It’s the first ingredient listed in the recipe and under the instructions in step 1 it says combine milk, brown sugar, etc. Could you please check again?