Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Popsicles

A Delicious and Nutritious Vegan Treat

With just three ingredients and a simple preparation process, these popsicles are incredibly easy to make (just like these easy strawberry popsicles), making them a nutritious option for those looking to increase their protein intake. The combination of rich vegan chocolate and peanut butter creates a flavor that’s hard to resist, especially after a gruesome workout or hot summer day. 

These dairy-free frozen treats are made using Hoosier Hill Farm’s Peanut Butter Powder, a versatile product that quickly adds rich peanut flavor to any recipe. It is made with 100% roasted peanuts with no added salt or sugar so it has less fat and calories than traditional peanut butter. This multi-purpose powdered peanut butter can also be used to make peanut butter cookies, peanut butter banana smoothies, or chocolate peanut butter pretzel bars.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Popsicles Ingredients

These three ingredients (vegan semi-sweet chocolate chips, silken tofu, and peanut butter powder) work together to create a delicious, creamy, and protein-packed popsicle that’s both indulgent and nutritious.

• Vegan chocolate chips: We used semi-sweet for that rich chocolate flavor. Alternatively, you can use vegan dark chocolate if you want that bitter-sweet taste.  
• Silken tofu: Aside from being a great source of plant-based protein, this will give the popsicles a rich, ice cream-like texture. It’s the same trick behind my 5-minute high-protein tofu ice cream. Check out this guide to tofu to learn about the different types!
• Peanut butter powder: 1 lb. of powder of this Hoosier Hill Farm peanut butter powder makes 3 ½ cups, which will give you plenty of leftovers to use to make other vegan, protein-rich treats like smoothies, shakes, soups, sauces, and desserts.

Possible Add-ons

• Drizzle the popsicles with vegan date caramel sauce or vegan chocolate syrup once frozen for more sweetness and flavor.
• For a richer, creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk or almond milk. This also helps to slightly lighten the consistency if you find the mixture too thick. Love creamy pops? Try my dairy-free lemon popsicles next.
• A dash of cinnamon will add a warm spice note giving the popsicles a more complex flavor.

How to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Popsicles

Step 3: Prepare the popsicles. Pour the vegan chocolate-peanut butter mixture into popsicle molds. Tap the molds lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles and to ensure an even distribution of the mixture. Insert popsicle sticks and place the molds in the freezer. Allow them to freeze overnight, or for at least 8 hours, to ensure the popsicles are fully set.

Pro Recipe Tips

• Use silken tofu for the best texture. Firmer tofu varieties won’t blend as smoothly and may result in a less creamy popsicle.
• Blend the ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick or not blending well, add a small splash of plant-based milk to help achieve a smoother consistency.
• To easily release the popsicles from the molds, briefly run the outside of the mold under warm water for a few seconds. This will loosen the popsicles without melting them.

Storage and Serving Notes

To prevent the popsicles from sticking together and to maintain their freshness, wrap each popsicle individually in foil, wax paper, or parchment paper. This also helps to prevent freezer burn. They can be stored for up to 2 to 3 months.

Before serving, let them sit at room temperature for a minute or two. You can drizzle the popsicles with additional melted vegan chocolate, sprinkle with nuts, or add some shredded coconut right before serving.