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Healthy Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles

May 26, 2022 by Katie 14 Comments

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These mint chocolate chip popsicles are the perfect simple and healthy summer treat! This popsicle recipe only takes a couple of steps and uses whole foods plant based ingredients. This recipe is: vegan, oil-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
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These Healthy Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles are the perfect homemade popsicles for the whole family! They're rich and creamy and are made with all whole foods plant based and simple ingredients!

As the temperatures rise, cold desserts are all I am craving. Homemade popsicles like these and my Vegan Cherry Mango Popsicles are my go-to summer treats because they're super easy to make and so delicious!

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  • Why Add Matcha To These Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles?
  • What Makes Tenchi Ceremonial Organic Matcha Special?
  • What Makes These Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles Healthy?
  • Ingredients For These Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles:
  • How To Make These Matcha Popsicles:
  • Substitutions:
  • Frequently Asked Questions:
  • Related Vegan Ice Cream Recipes:
  • Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles
  • FOOD SAFETY:
  • More Vegan Recipes With Matcha Kari:
the matcha kari and the mint chocolate chip popsicles laying next to each other

Why Add Matcha To These Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles?

These Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles are not only delicious, but they are also super healthy too. These homemade popsicles are made with clean ingredients like coconut milk and Medjool dates, but they also contain a superfood: matcha! I am relatively new to the world of matcha, but I have quickly become obsessed. Previously I had no idea how incredible matcha was. That quickly changed when I discovered Matcha.com and the incredible amount of resources available on the website.

Matcha.com is the ultimate resource for all things matcha. They have a wide variety of matcha blends to choose from, as well as an abundance of information about matcha and all its amazing health benefits! The first time I went on their website I must have spent hours just reading through all the information.

Matcha is technically a type of green tea. However, matcha is grown differently than green tea. Due to the way, it is grown it becomes more nutrient-dense. Matcha is full of chlorophyll which gives it its vibrant green color, antioxidants, and is especially full of ECGC (catechins) which is an incredibly powerful antioxidant.

Matcha can have a bold flavor. Therefore if you're not a fan of the natural taste, but still want to experience the health benefits, try incorporating it in easy recipes like these vegan mint chocolate chip popsicles!

the mint chocolate chip popsicles stacked on top of each other and drizzled with chocolate

What Makes Tenchi Ceremonial Organic Matcha Special?

Tenchi Ceremonial Organic Matcha is perfect for these creamy mint chocolate chip popsicles for a couple of reasons.

First, this matcha is the perfect natural green food coloring. It has that perfect vibrant blue/green hue that is essential to any mint chocolate chip ice cream. I can't emphasize how horrible artificial colors are for you, so I always recommend using natural sources of color.

Second, the Tenchi matcha is grown in the oldest and most famous tea farm in Japan. It's only harvested once a year and receives the highest level of attention. Because of how it is grown and attended to, it is the most nutrient-dense matcha of any organic matcha.

That's why I love using it for these matcha popsicles. Although this vegan mint chocolate popsicle recipe is made with whole foods plant-based ingredients that are all healthy and full of macronutrients and fiber, it doesn't contain a lot of micronutrients. This is why matcha is the perfect addition to this recipe!

It adds antioxidants, polyphenols, and L-theanine without changing the flavor at all! I love using this matcha for no-bake vegan desserts like these popsicles, or just enjoying it by itself in a latte. You can easily make a latte with this flavor using similar ingredients.

I do have a Matcha Kari discount code if you are interested in investing in high-quality matcha: "TANVEGAN" which gets you 20% off your matcha purchase at Matcha.com.

a container of the tenchi organic matcha  with fresh mint leaves and cacao nibs around it

What Makes These Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles Healthy?

This vegan mint chocolate chip popsicle recipe is extra special because they are super healthy! What does this mean? This recipe is:

  • REFINED SUGAR-FREE - This recipe is naturally sweetened and does not contain processed sugar.
  • OIL-FREE - This recipe is free of oils that are commonly added to vegan desserts such as coconut oil. I prefer to make oil-free recipes because the whole foods plant-based version of the ingredients contain the same healthy fats with added fiber.
  • DAIRY-FREE - This recipe does not contain any milk products, and is instead made with non-dairy milk
  • GLUTEN-FREE - This recipe is completely free of any gluten.
  • WHOLE FOODS PLANT-BASED - This recipe does not contain highly processed, or refined ingredients, and is instead made with natural ingredients.

Ingredients For These Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles:

  • Raw Cashews - The base of this mint chocolate chip ice cream is raw cashews. When soaked and blended, raw cashews, make the creamiest vegan ice cream base.
  • Coconut Milk - The second key ingredient to making the creamiest vegan ice cream popsicles is coconut milk (the kind you find in the can).
  • Medjool Dates - I like to sweeten my ice cream recipes using Medjool dates because they are full of vitamins and minerals and contain lots of fiber which helps to not spike your blood sugar as much.
  • Matcha Kari Tenchi Ceremonial Organic - I strongly recommend using this matcha in particular when it comes to this homemade popsicle recipe. It's less bitter than other matcha varieties and has the perfect minty green color. Again, my code: "TANVEGAN" gets you 20% off!
  • Pure Peppermint Extract - This is what gives these mint popsicles the perfect minty flavor. Make sure to use pure mint extract, and not artificial mint flavoring.
  • Vanilla Extract -I like to add a little vanilla extract to these popsicles to balance out the mint flavor.
  • Vegan Chocolate Chips - Any brand of vegan chocolate chips will work perfectly. I recommend using a naturally sweetened, or sugar-free chocolate chip.
  • Cacao Nibs (optional) - If you want to add an additional crunch to this mint chocolate chip recipe, you can add cacao nibs to this recipe.

See the recipe card for quantities.

the mint chocolate chip popsicles stacked on top of each other and drizzled with dark chocolate

How To Make These Matcha Popsicles:

Making these Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles are the perfect summer treat because they're super easy to make.

First, soak your cashews and dates together for at least 2 hours, or overnight. I like to soak mine in just enough water to cover the dates and cashews completely. Strain the dates and cashews. You can save the water and add it to smoothies and nut milk (it's super sweet).

Next add your soaked dates, cashews, matcha, and pure peppermint extract to a high speed blender. Blend until silky smooth (about a minute on high).

Pour the cashew ice cream mixture into your popsicle molds, insert popsicle sticks, and freeze for at least 2 hours. Once frozen all the way through, melt your vegan chocolate chips. Once melted decorate the mint popsicles however you like. I like dipping mine into a cup of melted chocolate or drizzling the chocolate over it.

For the perfect chocolate chip crunch sprinkle, or mix in cacao nibs when the chocolate is still warm and melted! Allow the chocolate to cool in the freezer (about 5 minutes), and serve!

The mint chocolate chip popsicles next to the matcha.com tenchi matcha with a bite taken out of them

Substitutions:

These creamy mint chocolate chip popsicles are great because there are plenty of easy and simple substitutions that can be made. Whether you have an allergy to a particular ingredient, don't have it on hand, or simply want to explore different options I got you! Here are some of the most common substitutions:

  • Coconut Cream - If you want an extra rich and creamy mint chocolate chip popsicle, you can use coconut cream instead of coconut milk. This is a 1:1 substitution.
  • Maple Syrup - If you want this homemade popsicle recipe to be date-free, you can use maple syrup as a natural sweetener. Use ½ cup of maple syrup instead of dates.
  • Peppermint Essential Oil - You can use a food-grade peppermint essential oil in place of peppermint extract.

If you have a question about a particular ingredient that is not mentioned, ask about it in the comment section and I'll get back to you with an answer as soon as possible!

Frequently Asked Questions:

dipping the mint chocolate chip popsicle into vegan dark chocolate
How To Cool The Chocolate Without Messing One Side Up:

A cool trick I learned when developing this matcha popsicle recipe was how to cool the chocolate without ruining one side. A problem I often face when working on chocolate-coated recipes such as these mint chocolate chip popsicles is coating one side beautifully and then the back side is flat from laying.
You could drizzle one side with chocolate and let it freeze and then do the other. However, I find that is way too tedious. You can coat these vegan ice cream popsicles beautifully in one go with my simple trick.
Place the mint chocolate chip popsicles upright in your popsicle molds and place them in the freezer. It's that simple! I'm not sure if this will work with every popsicle mold, but that's why I love mine!

What Type Of Mint Is In Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream:

This is crucial. You can totally mess up this vegan ice cream popsicle recipe and make it taste like toothpaste if you choose the wrong kind of mint. Even though this is a mint chocolate chip recipe, do not buy mint extract. I made this mistake once before when making a recipe that was mint chocolate flavored and it ended up tasting like a mouth full of toothpaste!
Therefore it is crucial that you use pure peppermint extract for these mint chocolate chip ice cream popsicles. You may be wondering if this will cause it to taste like a candy cane. I can assure you that it will not and you will end up with the perfect minty flavor!

Is Mint Chocolate Healthy?

The classic Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream flavor that we know and love today is not known for being healthy. Although Mint Chocolate chip ice cream is my favorite ice cream flavor it typically contains artificial colors, artificial flavors, refined sugars, and dairy. However, my vegan mint chocolate chip popsicles are made with super clean, natural, and healthy ingredients.
Mint chocolate is a flavor that has been around for quite some time. Usually, when something has been around for a while it means that its original recipe was made with natural ingredients. That's exactly the case with mint chocolate chip ice cream.
It is one of those flavors that took a turn for the worst and became artificial as time went on. However, I am here to bring you the ultimate healthy version made with real ingredients!

Why Is Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Green?

Mint Chocolate ice cream is dyed green to resemble fresh mint leaves. However, as I have said before it is often dyed using artificial colors. This makes me laugh, because why ruin something with artificial colors to make it look more natural?
This is why we have matcha! It adds the perfect vibrant green as well as nutrients! Therefore you get the classic mint chocolate chip to look as well as the nutrients from natural ingredients for these matcha popsicles.

Related Vegan Ice Cream Recipes:

Looking for more delicious summer treats to enjoy on a hot day? Try some of my other homemade ice cream recipes!

  • Rich And Creamy Vegan Coffee Ice Cream
  • peanut butter and jelly
    Vegan Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream
  • mushroom ice cream
    Mushroom Ice Cream
  • healthy ice cream vegan
    Healthiest Vegan Ice Cream

If you try this Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicle Recipe, I’d really love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. I’d also really appreciate a recipe card rating! Make sure to share it on social media and tag @theallnaturalvegan to be featured! Thank you for supporting The All Natural Vegan!

matcha popsicles

Mint Chocolate Chip Popsicles

These mint chocolate chip popsicles are the perfect simple and healthy summer treat! This popsicle recipe only takes a couple of steps and uses whole foods plant based ingredients. This recipe is: vegan, oil-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
5 from 24 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Chill Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Servings 8 popsicles

Equipment

  • 1 High speed blender
  • 1 popsicle mold

Ingredients
  

  • ⅔ cup raw cashews
  • 6-8 medjool dates
  • 1 13.5 oz can coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Matcha Kari Matcha "TANVEGAN" for 20% off!
  • 1 bag plant based chocolate chips
  • cacao nibs optional
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Instructions
 

  • Begin by soaking your cashews and dates with just enough water to cover them in a bowl. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Strain the cashews and dates and add to a blender along with coconut milk, matcha, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Blend until silky smooth - about 1- 2 minutes on high.
  • Pour into 8 popsicle molds and insert popsicle sticks. Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Once frozen melt your chocolate chips and decorate popsicles however you like ( I like adding cacao nibs for the extra crunch). Place back in the freezer for about 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to cool. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Make sure to keep the popsicles sealed/covered when storing to avoid freezer burn!
Keyword healthy summer recipes, mint chocolate chip, popsicles, summer
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FOOD SAFETY:

It's important to always practice good food safety habits whenever you are in the kitchen.

  • Wash hands before handling food
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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  1. Emily

    May 28, 2022 at 1:52 pm

    5 stars
    I loved these vegan pops! Mint and chocolate are my absolute favorite combination!

    Reply
  2. Judith

    May 28, 2022 at 2:04 pm

    5 stars
    So refreshing and easy to make! Brilliant for the hot weather.

    Reply
  3. Sue

    May 28, 2022 at 2:59 pm

    5 stars
    I love finding new ways to add matcha to my diet. These popsicles definitely rate!

    Reply
  4. Cindy Mom, the Lunch Lady

    May 28, 2022 at 8:10 pm

    5 stars
    OMG this is such a great recipe! I need to grab some dates and I will definitely be trying these!

    Reply
  5. Karissa Parrish

    May 28, 2022 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    These were so good! I can't wait to keep making them throughout the summer!

    Reply
  6. Nancy

    May 28, 2022 at 9:10 pm

    5 stars
    Two perfect combos ! Such a refreshing dessert and so easy to make at home

    Reply
  7. Gina Abernathy

    May 29, 2022 at 11:48 am

    5 stars
    I LOVE mint chocolate chip desserts!

    Reply
  8. Bianca

    May 29, 2022 at 8:40 pm

    5 stars
    Wow that was amazing! Love the added matcha in these popsicles

    Reply
  9. Jean

    May 29, 2022 at 11:26 pm

    5 stars
    This is my favorite ice cream flavor mint choc chip cant believe I can make it at home now.

    Reply
  10. Crystal

    May 30, 2022 at 8:38 pm

    5 stars
    Mint Chip is my favorite! I've so happy to have a vegan version. Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Ramona

    June 01, 2022 at 11:02 pm

    5 stars
    I love mint chocolate chip so much so this recipe is gonna be one I use often! Thank you for sharing, I can't wait to give it a go!

    Reply
  12. Jessica

    June 18, 2022 at 11:54 am

    5 stars
    Mint chocolate chip is my absolute favorite ice cream flavor! I was so excited when you posted this recipe, because it's so perfect for summer! It's so creamy and perfectly sweet!

    Reply
  13. Gabriela Herrera

    July 01, 2022 at 11:27 am

    5 stars
    I swear cashews can do NO wrong. I loved these popsicles.

    Reply
  14. Jenn

    April 26, 2023 at 2:05 pm

    5 stars
    These look amazing ! Can’t wait to make them this summer !

    Reply

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