When cooking with vegetables that flower, it’s only natural that most people immediately think of savoury dishes instead of sweet ones. But I’m a big believer that vegetables can be much more versatile than that, and so when I set out to create a recipe with Silk products and flowering vegetables, I decided that I would find a way to also use my all-time favourite flavour – chocolate. Nothing puts a smile on my face more than being able to add extra nutrition to a treat, and with Silk beverages and the right vegetable, I was sure I could do that.
The warm weather acted as my inspiration and I used Silk Coconut Unsweetened beverage and flowering kale to make a batch of Flowering Kale Fudge Pops. These rich and creamy popsicles are a chocolate-lover’s dream come true with a fudgy flavour and tons of nutrition. Boasting calcium, fibre and Vitamins A, C, D and K, these refreshing treats are ones that you can feel good about eating when the weather gets hot!
Flowering Kale Fudge Pops
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup Dutch Process cocoa
- 2 cups Silk Coconut Unsweetened beverage
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 cup flowering or regular kale leaves torn
Instructions
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In medium saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa and cinnamon until mixed. Gradually stir in Silk Coconut Unsweetened beverage.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is smooth and thick.
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Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
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Place kale in food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Stir kale into chocolate mixture until thoroughly combined.
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Pour mixture into ice pop molds and insert sticks. Freeze approximately six hours, until frozen solid. Keeps for up to three weeks in freezer.
I have to admit, I was a little hesitant about how these fudge pops would taste, but with one bite I knew that the recipe had been a success. The kale adds a unique texture to the popsicles, but the taste isn’t noticeable at all. Best of all, when I gave each of my boys one of the Flowering Kale Fudge Pops to try, they loved the treats as well! The entire family got some added nutrition in their diet thanks to this recipe.
What surprised me most of all was how creamy and decadent the pops turned out: I’m sure the Silk Coconut Unsweetened beverage in the recipe was responsible. It was the perfect choice for the smooth texture and flavour I wanted for the mixture and added its own subtle and delicious flavour to the chocolate as well. Next time I think I may make these pops with Silk Almond Unsweetened just to see if I notice a difference in the flavour.
Silk soy, almond and coconut beverages are a great choice for your healthy lifestyle. With important nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, plus a silky-smooth taste you’ll crave, they’re perfect in smoothies, over cereal and straight up in a glass. Intrigued? Get to know Silk at DrinkSilk.ca.
Disclosure: This post was brought to you by Silk. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Silk.
kelly young says
i am not a big fan of kale but these look awesome i will try them and let you know
Julie F says
This would be a great way to get the kids to eat some form of vegetable!
Kelly Gordon says
These look delicious a must try, thanks for sharing, I’m always looking for healthy recipes
Lynda Cook says
These look good and if you didn’t tell anyone what was in them, they wouldn’t even know and would like them, this is one sneaky way to get your kids to eat healthy snacks without them knowing..lol
Andrea B. says
What a great alternative to Fudgesicles!
Jeff Skidmore says
Tasty healthy and easy to make!
Phoebe P. says
Very healthy
Valerie Crawford says
These look amazing! I can not wait to try making these!
Aneta Alaei says
Is their a difference btw kale and flowering kale?
Kathryn says
Yes, but it’s a pretty minor one, Aneta. Flowering kale has purple hues and is prettier, but the leaves actually tend to be a little tougher than regular kale. Either variety works perfectly in this recipe. 🙂
Kristine Ewald says
This looks delicious, my daughter would love this!
Jess H says
This looks pretty tasty
caryn s says
Love this recipe as i am always trying to get my kids to eat more veggies!
Shirley OFlynn says
A very healthy snack. Looks delicious!
sarah sar says
Kale? Interesting! Looks very healthy. I may just be tempted to try it.
Heidi C. says
I have to try these! They sound delicious and love the addition of kale.
Gord says
They look delicious. I need one or two…NAH I need LOTS!
Sophia M says
I would have never thought of using kale in a frozen treat. This is just another way to eat kale. I love the idea.
nicolthepickle says
Your recipe made me laugh, Kale in popsicles? But we put it in smoothies, why not popsicles?
Darlene Schuller says
oh yummy! Of course I never thought of Kale in popscicles!
Corry L. says
I’ll definitely have to try these. My 3 year old son is a huge chocoholic and popsicle fan! Thanks for posting!
Linda B says
Wow! This is so interesting how one can take a nutritional food and incorporate it into something fun and enjoyable to eat and be so tasty at the same time is amazing. I never would have known that this could be so easy also to do. Love the face that the kids liked it also. I imagine that you could also use “other” nutritional garden products to substitute within the fudge pops also to change it up now and then. This is certainly a keeper recipe.!
Pip444 says
Kale is a strong tasting green and most people avoid it. This is fabulous way for kids and adults to eat their super greens.
kristen visser says
mmmm would love to give this a go! have never tried kale before so interested to see what its like in a popscicle
angela m says
They looks delicious. I bet the kids would love them, and kale is so healthy.
thanks
Chandra Christine O'Connor says
Kale surprised me when just glancing at the picture. great idea for picky eaters
ginette4 says
Great way of being treated and it being actually good for your health, thank you for sharing, going to make these and not say a word.
Bev says
I did not know that kale could be incorporated into a fudge pop like that! Thanks for sharing!
Doris Calvert says
These are sure different might try them
Judy C (Judy Cowan) says
The sound good but I am not sure I would be able to get the family to eat them, I think they would still discover the kale!
Lori Jackson says
Not a fan of kale but Im gonna see if I can sneak this in on my Son!
Ashley Jones says
Mmm how could these not be good. It has chocolate in it. Perfect!!
Owen Dovenor says
I’d cut back the sugar a bit.
Mark V says
nope i have to say sorry ewwww
Eva Mitton-Urban says
Reading a Home Book Of Remedies – Kale is considered a good natural digestion aid – also good for us older woman with Osteoarthritis. Let the kids eat something healthy in a Candy Form – what they don’t know….
Eva Mitton-Urban
Lisa says
I love Silk for their almond milk but I have never tried their coconut version yet! Will have to try this recipe out when I do get it in my hands
M Thompson says
Great way to make a tasty treat and include healthy ingredients
Rick F says
Have never tried Kale. Not sure about in a popsicle either.
JaimeeM says
What an awesome idea! I love kale and have stopped buying it , im usually the only one to touch the stuff. This would be great!
Crystal Englot says
Kathryn I gave this recipe a try yesterday and OMG they are amazing! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
Diana Corlett says
Sounds unusual, but both healthy and tasty! Have to giue it a try.
Nicky says
yummy and healthy!
Alison Braidwood says
These look seriously yummy. And a great way to disguise greens!
Amie says
Oh my gosh , just love it , im making these for sure !
Michelle L says
Thank you.
Bev says
These kale fudge pops would be a hit at a summer party!
donna makayak says
These look good I can trick my 16 year old girl into having a delicious snack and a healthy one too.
thomas rusinak says
hey anything this healthy and looks so good…i’m for!
Shellie Clark says
healthy and easy to make
kim Tanti says
This looks like something my health conscious daughter would like.
Karla Sceviour says
oh wow,thats an interesting combo,,but sounds great!