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    Home » Dairy Free Keto » Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles – Keto and Dairy-Free

    Published: Jul 4, 2019 · Modified: Jun 17, 2020 by Carolyn

    Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles – Keto and Dairy-Free

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    Craving something cold, creamy, and dairy-free? Look no further than these delicious keto Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles. So easy to make, your kids could do it themselves! But you might find you don’t want to share and I don’t blame you one bit. Less than 3g carbs per serving!

    Keto Strawberry Popsicles in a stack with a lemon and some strawberries

     

    My whole family is absolutely obsessed with these creamy keto Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles. And by obsessed, I mean that we’ve already made 4 batches of them and I see no reason to quit any time soon. We. Love. Them.

    They are totally dairy-free and they might just be the easiest dang low carb popsicles in the world. And they were one of those recipe creations that was just a happy accident. Or perhaps I should say a happy last minute impulse.

    I had some coconut cream in my fridge that was on the verge of going bad and I knew it was a use or lose it moment. I hate food waste of all kinds and I contemplated just putting it in the freezer in a jar.

    But I also had some sad looking strawberries in the fridge as well. They had been lovely and fresh when I brought them home from the farmer’s market, but we’d let them sit around a little too long and they were definitely past their prime.

    So into the blender went the coconut cream and the strawberries, along with a little lemon juice. The resulting mixture was so delicious and it really only needed a little powdered sweetener to make it a perfect keto treat.

    I honestly wasn’t sure what my kids would think, but they liked them instantly. All three kids, which is close to a parenting miracle. They’ve become the standard afternoon snack when they return weary and hot from a day at camp.

    Dairy-Free Keto Popsicles in the popsicle mold with one in front

    Coconut Cream in Dairy-Free Popsicles

    Coconut cream works perfectly as the base of this keto and dairy-free popsicle recipe. In another life, I might have just blended up some strawberries with lemon juice and added some sugar. But keto popsicles with erythritol in them can be really icy if they don’t have enough a creamy base to provide fat.

    The coconut cream, which is really just the thick part off the top of a can of coconut milk, also allows you to use fewer berries while still getting great fresh berry flavor. And the tang of the berries with the lemon juice make any coconut flavor almost non-existent.

    What is Coconut Cream?

    Wondering what I am referring to when I talk about coconut cream? Don’t worry, it’s not the sugary sweet Coco Lopez stuff you may have seen on grocery store shelves!

    The keto-friendly coconut cream I am referring to is just really thick coconut milk. You can simply scoop the thick white part from the top of a can of coconut milk, which is often almost solid. You can get about 1 cup of coconut cream from the top of a can of full fat coconut milk.

    This does mean that you end up throwing away the rest of the milk, which does feel a little wasteful. Sometimes I keep it to add to cakes in place of almond milk or water.

    And if you live in a hot climate, the thick white coconut cream may not actually be as solid as you need it to be, to scoop it out. In that case, you want to refrigerate it for a while to let the cream rise to the top of the can.

    You can also purchase cans of actual coconut cream, which are more of the solid white coconut flesh and less of the coconut water. They are more expensive but then there is less waste.

    I have two brands of coconut cream I really like. Let’s Do Organic Heavy Coconut Cream and Native Forest Coconut Cream. One thing I like about Native Forest is that they sell some mini cans too, so you can use those if you only need ¼ to ½ cup.

    Five strawberry lemonade popsicles on a cookie sheet

    How To Make Dairy-Free Keto Popsicles

    I almost feel like a tip section doesn’t need to be here. This recipe is THAT easy. But a few things to consider:

    Do use the coconut cream and not thinner coconut milk. Why, you ask? Because I experimented with this a little and the ones with coconut milk froze a lot harder.

    If the mixture is very thick and won’t pour easily into your popsicle molds, grab a piping bag and cut off about 1 inch of the tip, then fill that. It makes it a lot less messy to fill the molds. How thick it ends up depends on your coconut cream. I’ve had thinner batches and thicker batches.

    Do use a powdered sweetener such as Swerve. It will be awfully gritty if you use a granulated one. It may also be too soft and the popsicles won’t firm up properly if you use Bocha Sweet or allulose. I recommend sticking with erythritol.

    Use wooden popsicles sticks. Because the surface is rough, they stick better into the popsicles and won’t pull out when you try to un-mold your popsicles.

    Don’t be afraid to experiment with this. Try other berries and other flavor profiles. I think this one is infinitely adaptable.

    Have fun and stay cool. The healthy sugar-free way!

    A stack of keto strawberry lemonade popsicles in a stack with one standing upright

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    Five strawberry lemonade popsicles on a cookie sheet

    Keto Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles

    Craving something cold, creamy, and dairy-free? Look no further than these delicious keto Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles. So easy to make, your kids could do it themselves! But you might find you don't want to share and I don't blame you one bit. Less than 3g carbs per serving!
    5 from 12 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: dairy-free popsicles, strawberry popsicles
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Freeze Time: 6 hours
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 117kcal

    Equipment

    • Popsicle mold
    • Wooden popsicles sticks

    Ingredients

    • 1 ¼ cup sliced strawberries
    • 1 ¼ cup coconut cream
    • ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1 ½ lemons)
    • ⅓ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener

    Instructions

    • Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetener to your liking.
    • Pour into popsicles molds, about 3-ounces each. Tap the molds lightly on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles.
    • Set wooden sticks about ⅔ of the way into the popsicles. (The mixture should be thick enough for the sticks to stay in place but if it's not, freeze the popsicles for 1 hour first, then put in the sticks).
    • Freeze at least 6 ot 8 hours.
    • To unmold the popsicles, heat some water in a kettle and run it over the outside of the mold you want to release for 5 to 10 seconds. Gently tug the stick to remove the popsicle.

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    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
    Amount Per Serving (1 popsicles)
    Calories 117 Calories from Fat 102
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 11.3g17%
    Carbohydrates 2.7g1%
    Fiber 0.1g0%
    Protein 0.05g0%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional Disclaimer

    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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    1. Nancy Wilkinson says

      May 19, 2022 at 2:58 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect Hot Day treat

      Reply
    2. Gina says

      August 23, 2021 at 1:02 pm

      Love you and your site but, can you add weights to items that are sliced, chopped or diced as there are huge variances in peoples cuts.
      Thanks

      Reply
    3. aileen says

      July 09, 2021 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic!!

      Reply
    4. Chris says

      June 14, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      Yum! Would unsweetened almond milk work instead of coconut cream? Or almond/coconut milk blend in carton?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 14, 2021 at 7:55 pm

        No, it’s not thick enough. It would be very icy.

        Reply
    5. Nancy Wilkinson says

      May 21, 2021 at 8:45 pm

      5 stars
      I made these fabulous Popsicles yesterday. I used blueberries and added a few whole berries to the mix. I also added zest and juice from one lemon. Got rave reviews from my friends!

      Reply
      • Jeanette Agnew says

        August 14, 2022 at 11:16 am

        Hi may I ask how much blueberries you used thanks

        Reply
    6. Nicole L says

      June 28, 2020 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      I love your recipes! My son is diabetic and we have switched to low carb eating. These popsicles rock and everyone loves them. Thanks!

      Reply
    7. Denise says

      June 25, 2020 at 3:36 pm

      There must be a reason you use the cream at the top of the coconut milk rather than using canned coconut cream. Would you mind explaining? Thank you for your recipes.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 25, 2020 at 4:46 pm

        Yes, because it’s thicker and the popsicles get a lot less icy.

        Reply
    8. Mary L says

      March 12, 2020 at 3:59 pm

      These sound delicious, can you use frozen strawberries and reduce the cream? We don’t always have fresh berries available where I live. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 12, 2020 at 6:45 pm

        Yes, you could use frozen strawberries. No need to reduce the cream.

        Reply
    9. Linda Friday says

      July 19, 2019 at 4:48 am

      These sound divine. I have scoured the web for this popsicle mold. Could you please provide a link, Carolyn? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        June 18, 2020 at 11:58 am

        I’d love the link for the popsicle molds as well

        Reply
        • Carolyn says

          June 18, 2020 at 5:19 pm

          So the ones that I have are from Williams Sonoma and I don’t think they carry them anymore, but this one from Fox Run is very similar. https://amzn.to/3eg29ma

          Reply
    10. Connie Cox says

      July 17, 2019 at 11:22 pm

      Where can I find a list of your KETO cookbooks?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 18, 2019 at 8:23 pm

        The Everyday Ketogenic Cookbook (my first book) https://amzn.to/2mDxlmk

        Easy Keto Dinners: https://amzn.to/2LIaDnL

        Easy Keto Desserts: https://amzn.to/2NEocFg

        Keto Soups and Stews: https://amzn.to/2CXafkt

        Easy Keto Breakfasts: https://amzn.to/2tG1rJ6

        Reply
    11. Trang says

      July 09, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious and perfect for summer right now!

      Reply
    12. Katie says

      July 09, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      These popsicles were so refreshing and I especially loved that they were guilt free!

      Reply
    13. Anna says

      July 09, 2019 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      These pops are so refreshing! Delicious!

      Reply
    14. April says

      July 09, 2019 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      We just bought that exact same popsicle mold and have been looking for fun and new recipes to make in it! So glad I found this one!

      Reply
    15. Beth Pierce says

      July 09, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      What a cool and refreshing treat! Looking forward to cooling down with these all summer long!

      Reply
    16. Sandra says

      July 08, 2019 at 1:41 pm

      I made half a batch of these yesterday (as the only low-carber in the house, I tend to do this with most of your dessert recipes…with great success). After realizing I didn’t have any lemons, I nervously reached for a lime. I felt the lime flavor might be too overwhelming so added less of the juice than the recipe called for. YUM! I highly recommend the lime sub for anyone else who doesn’t check for ingredients before plowing forward with a recipe!

      Reply
    17. Gloria says

      July 07, 2019 at 5:59 am

      Is there a different sweetener that can be used instead of Swerve? I don’t like the taste of it. Could you use stevia or monkfruit and how much would you use?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 07, 2019 at 11:53 am

        You can use any sweetener here.

        Reply
    18. Robyn Harris says

      July 07, 2019 at 5:39 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow! A perfect summer treat!
      Thank you! ????????

      Reply
    19. Amanda says

      July 04, 2019 at 1:59 pm

      5 stars
      Talk about kismet! I had a leftover can of coconut milk that I’ve been meaning to do something with. I only had a bit under a cup of the cream on top – so reduced the amount of strawberries and used 1/4 cup swerve. Tasted it before putting in the molds…the mixture tasted delicious. Has almost a strawberry (pina) colada taste to me…maybe the coconut was more potent that I thought! The hardest part was separating the coconut cream from the water; took less than a minute in my blendtec. Thank you for giving me a sweet option when the family is having ice cream (I have enlightened in the freezer, but am trying to watch the amount of dairy). I’ve tried several of your recipes and have purchased (I think) all of your cookbooks…I’ve only been doing keto for the past 2 months, but have been feeling so much better and have the energy to chase my 16 month old little boy. Thank you for making this such an easily-sustainable lifestyle…it’s so greatly appreciated. Have a happy 4th of July!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 05, 2019 at 12:39 am

        So glad you liked them! And glad you’re feeling good on keto.

        Reply
    20. Tara says

      July 04, 2019 at 10:09 am

      These look awesome. My husband and kids have a coconut allergy– would heavy cream work to sub for the coconut cream in an equal amount? I suppose I can always experiment! And by the way– I LOVE your books and your recipes online. They are my absolute keto cookbook favorites. You have a real talent!! So glad you share your recipes with us.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 04, 2019 at 10:22 am

        Yes, it certainly should!

        Reply
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