These creamy pink dragon fruit ice cream popsicles aren’t just pretty to look at, they’re genuinely delicious too: lightly fruity, with a delicate white chocolate note. The colour comes from dragon fruit powder, no ice cream maker required, and your guests will be seriously impressed.
What is dragon fruit, anyway?
Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya or pitahaya, is the fruit of several cactus species, originally from Central America but now grown throughout tropical regions worldwide, including across Asia. The skin is bright pink or yellow with green scales, while the flesh is white or pink, speckled with small black seeds similar to a kiwi.
What do you need to make Dragon Fruit Ice Cream Popsicles?
Whippable vegan whipping cream is the base, it’s important that the packaging says “whippable,” otherwise the popsicles the cream won’t work for this recipe. I’ve had good results with both Alpro and Oatly.
Protein powder adds extra creaminess to the texture. A neutral or vanilla-flavoured one works best for the dragon fruit ice cream popsicles
Dragon fruit powder (pink pitaya) gives the beautiful pink colour and a hint of fruitiness. You’ll find it at health food stores or online.
Vegan white chocolate for the coating, go for good quality, since it melts more smoothly and stays creamy.
How to make dragon fruit ice cream popsicles
Whip the vegan cream until stiff, then stir in the protein powder and part of the dragon fruit powder, whipping briefly again until evenly pink. Pour into popsicle moulds, insert the sticks, and freeze for at least 1.5 hours.
To serve, melt the white chocolate and dip or coat the popsicles. Finish by dusting with the remaining dragon fruit powder while the chocolate is still slightly tacky, so the powder sticks nicely and creates that pretty colour contrast.
PINK PITAYA PROTEIN POPSICLES
Recommended Equipment
Ingredients
- 125 ml whippable vegan cream
- 1 tablespoon protein powder see blogpost
- 1-2 teaspoons pink pitaya powder see blogpost
- pinch of salt
- 160 g vegan white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon cocoa butter
- 1-2 teaspoon pink pitaya powder for dusting
Instructions
- Whip the vegan cream, then add the protein powder and Pink Pitaya powder. Whip briefly again.
- Fill the mixture into ice cream moulds and insert the sticks. Let it freeze in the freezer for at least 1.5 hours.
- Prepare a double boiler by filling a saucepan with a little water and heating it gently so that it simmers but doesn’t boil. Place a melting pot or a heatproof bowl over the saucepan, ensuring the bottom doesn’t touch the water. Melt the chocolate and the cocoa butter while stirring. It should not get warmer than necessary for melting.
- Now, pour it into a glass and dip the frozen popsicles into it. Drain briefly and place them side by side on parchment paper. Finally, use the remaining chocolate to create a pattern over the popsicles using a spoon.
- Then, sprinkle some Pink Pitaya powder over it using a tea strainer.
- The popsicles can be enjoyed immediately or stored airtight in the freezer.
Nutrition
FAQ
Can you taste the dragon fruit?
Only very subtly, the flavour is mild, and the powder is mainly there for colour. If you’d like a stronger fruit flavour, stir in some freeze-dried dragon fruit as well.
How do I get the powder to coat the popsicles evenly?
Dust it on right after coating with chocolate, while it’s still slightly tacky, that way it sticks well and doesn’t run. A fine sieve or small tea strainer works best for even coverage.
How long do the dragon fruit ice cream popsicles keep?
Up to two to three weeks in the freezer, well wrapped.
More vegan popsicles
Vegan Matcha Popsicles – creamy, made with real matcha
Vegan Snickers Popsicles – with date caramel and peanuts
This recipe is absolutely amazing- fruity and creamy 😍 And the protein powder adds an unexpectedly yummy texture 😋
Thank you so much for your feedback! So happy you enjoyed it 🙂
Flymetotheveganbuffet has truly outdone themselves with these Pink Pitaya Protein Popsicles! The vibrant hue of pink pitaya paired with the goodness of plant-based protein is a match made in vegan heaven. This frozen concoction not only promises a refreshing burst of flavors but also a guilt-free indulgence. I can’t wait to try this recipe and share the joy of these tropical delights with friends and family. Who knew being vegan could be this delicious?
Thank you so much for this lovely comment!