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Caramelized Strawberry Creamsicles – Creamy & Fruity No-Bake Strawberry Dream Pops
Dolce Flav
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Category
Strawberry Creamsicle Flavor
Author:
Dolce Flav
Servings
10
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
These Caramelized Strawberry Creamsicles bring a gourmet twist to the classic creamsicle by caramelizing strawberries with butter, brown sugar, and honey before blending them with whole milk and Greek yogurt. The result is a creamy, naturally sweet, and richly flavored frozen dessert that’s easy to make, delightfully refreshing, and perfect for summer. Just pour the creamy strawberry mixture into molds, freeze, and enjoy a tangy-sweet popsicle that tastes like sunshine.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon water
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 (16 oz) package strawberries, hulled and diced (~450 g)
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¼ cup light brown sugar (~60 g)
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¼ cup honey (~60 ml)
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup (180 ml) whole milk
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½ cup (120 ml) plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
Directions
Mix the thickener – In a small bowl, stir together water and cornstarch until fully dissolved—this will help thicken the strawberry mixture.
Caramelize the strawberries – Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, add diced strawberries, then stir in brown sugar, honey, and salt. Cook until the juices reduce and the fruit becomes syrupy (about 12–15 minutes).
Thicken the sauce – Stir the cornstarch mixture again and mix it into the strawberries. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2 more minutes until the mixture has thickened. Allow it to cool completely.
Blend creamy base – In a measuring cup or bowl, combine whole milk with Greek yogurt; stir until smooth. Add the cooled strawberry syrup and mix until evenly pink.
Freeze in molds – Divide the creamy strawberry blend into popsicle molds (makes about 8–10). Freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
Serve and enjoy – Carefully unmold (rinse molds briefly under warm water if needed) and serve immediately, or keep in the freezer until ready to eat.
Recipe Note
10 FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes—just thaw them first before caramelizing for the best texture and sweetness.
Can Greek yogurt be swapped?
Yes—plain or vanilla Greek yogurt works great; use full-fat for creamy texture.
How long should I freeze the creamsicles?
Freeze at least 6 hours or overnight to ensure they’re fully firm and creamy.
Can I omit sugar entirely?
The caramelization relies on sugar—substitute with honey or maple syrup, but omit completely may yield bland texture.
Is this gluten-free and vegetarian?
Yes—it contains no gluten and is vegetarian-friendly.
Can I make these dairy-free?
Substitute whole milk and Greek yogurt with coconut milk and coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version.
Can molds be reused?
Absolutely—rinse molds in warm water briefly to help release popsicles easily.
Can I add texture or fruit chunks?
Yes—stir in small frozen fruit pieces or chopped strawberries before freezing for added bite.
Can I make smaller pops for kids?
Yes—use mini molds and adjust freeze time as needed; may set faster.
How to store extras?
Wrap each popsicle loosely in plastic or parchment paper, store in freezer for up to a month.