Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles

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If you love fudgesicles then you’ll love these healthy Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles! Creamy, rich and the perfect way to get your chocolate fix on a hot day.

Closeup photo of two Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles drizzled with melted chocolate. One is propped up on the other with a bite taken out of it.This recipe and photos have been updated since the original post on 6/6/2014

The weather is warming up here in Colorado. It’s been nearly 90 degrees the last couple days, which means I’m going to need something sweet and cold for my afternoon snack. These Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles are the perfect way to cool off, get my chocolate fix and satisfy my sweet tooth!

Overhead photo of nice Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles. Several propped up on top of others and some with bites taken out of them. All are drizzled with melted chocolate.

Ingredients to Make Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles

  • Greek yogurt, 2% or whole milk work best
  • Milk of choice, I used unsweetened almond milk
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Maple syrup or honey
  • Vanilla Extract

How to Make Fudgesicles

Making homemade fudgesicles is as easy as making a smoothie. Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and combined. Pour the liquid into popsicle molds, insert the stick and freeze for at least 4-6 hours. That’s all there is to it!

Not only is making your own popsicles easy, but it’s economical and generally healthier too. Store bought fudgesicles and popsicles are often loaded with sugar or worse, high fructose corn syrup. They can also contain dyes, gums and even palm oil. Ingredients that are totally unnecessary and that don’t need to be in your body.

One Greek Yogurt Fudgesicle with a bite taken out of the top and melted chocolate drizzled over it.

Can I Use Non-Fat Greek Yogurt?

Yes. Non-fat Greek yogurt works, but you will end up with an icier fudgesicle. The fat in the Greek yogurt is what helps give the fudgesicles their creamy texture. I’ve use both 2% and whole milk Greek yogurt to make these and whole milk definitely provides the creamiest texture. 

Two Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles. One on top of the other with a bite taken out of it and melted chocolate drizzled over them.

I Don’t Have a Popsicle Mold, What Else Can I Use?

My go-to popsicle mold that I’ve been using for the last four years is this Norpro Frozen Ice Pop Maker. If you don’t have a popsicle mold and prefer not to purchase one, there are several ways you can still make these. 

  1. Small paper or plastic cups. Freeze the fudgesicle mixture in them for an hour and then insert the popsicle sticks.
  2. Muffin pan. Follow the same method as the cups. You could also use silicone muffin cups for easy release.
  3. Ice cube trays or silicone ice cube trays.

One Greek Yogurt Fudgesicle with melted chocolate drizzled over it.

Tips For Releasing Popsicles From the Mold

Unless you are using a silicone popsicle mold, you’ll likely struggle to release the popsicles straight from the freezer. Below are a couple methods I use to get mine to come out in one piece.

  1. Let the popsicles sit out on the counter for at least 15 minutes until they release easily from the mold.
  2. Run the mold under hot water until the popsicles release. If you go with this method be careful not to get water into the mold and be sure you don’t run it under the hot water for too long. You don’t want a melted popsicle mess on your hands.

Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles Pinterest collage.

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Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles

Prep: 10 minutes
Inactive Time: 4 hours
Total: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Creamy Greek yogurt fudgesicles are the perfect treat on a hot day!
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Ingredients 

  • 1 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, low fat or whole milk
  • 1 cup low fat milk, or milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions 

  • Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture into the popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Let the fudgesicles sit out at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before trying to release them from the mold. You can also run the molds under hot water for a few seconds to release the fudgesicles.

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 4gFat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 21mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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51 Comments

  1. Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says:

    Even with all of your issues, these fudgesicles look fantastic! I actually did my first popsicle photo shoot today and it went well. I used a trick that I’ve learned from Pinterest, and photographed the popsicles in a bowl of ice. No melting! I know my daughter would love these – and me too!

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Kristine! I will definitely be trying that trick next time!

  2. Louisa [Living Lou] says:

    Shooting popsicles is so tough! I love the way these photos turned out and I love a recipe for a good fudgey popsicle. Yum :)

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Louisa! Popsicles was definitely the hardest photo shoot for me so far, hopefully it gets easier the more you do it!

  3. Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says:

    Welp, despite your obstacles, these look fantastic!! Perfectly chocolate and unmleted!

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Nicole! :-)

  4. Serene @ House of Yumm says:

    Oh my goodness..too funny!! Love your post. Love the recipe. Love the story. I always warn my family when I’m shooting frozen stuff..that way they know to stay out of my way and not ask for anything until I’m done. You have to work quick and be ready! You did a great job, they look wonderful your pictures are gorgeous!

  5. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says:

    You did a great job photographing these fudgesicles! I wish I were enjoying one right now!

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Jessica, it’s so nice to hear that!

  6. Annie @Maebells says:

    I laughed out loud reading this. I totally understand! When I try to explain issues like this to friends they laugh and say “food blogger issues” but it is serious! :) These look wonderful, can’t wait to try them!

    1. Danae says:

      Haha! Food blogger issues, only issues that other food bloggers could understand!

  7. Justine@CookingandBeer says:

    I tell ya what, popsicles/fudgesicles/whatever can be a serious pain in the butt to photograph, but these photos are absolutely gorgeous! I just want to dive right in!

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Justine! Wish they wouldn’t have all turned to chocolate milk so I could give you one to try!

  8. Matt Robinson says:

    It’s not easy is it Danae?! You did a great job though, they look amazing!

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Matt, there is definitely a craft to photographing frozen foods and I have lots of work to do before I master that!

  9. Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes says:

    Well guess what, these photos look fabulous! So you clearly did a great job. I totally understand the dilemma, which is why I have only shot popsicles ONCE. and never again. I do plan to try again soon and I know that ice on your prop table helps, like putting it in a bowl of ice. Regardless, these look creamy and delicious.

    1. Danae says:

      Aww thanks Jessica! And thanks for the tips, I’ll definitely try those next time.

  10. Bri | Bites of Bri says:

    OH no! Doesn’t it always happen that way when photographing pesky recipes? I just said that I was craving a pop sickle and these look great! (even if they were a pain)

    1. Danae says:

      Thanks Bri and pesky is definitely the right word for these when it comes to photographing!