Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (225 g) Frozen Raspberries
- 3 Tbsp Keto Sweetener (e.g., Erythritol/Monk Fruit Blend)
- 1/2 tsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp Water (optional, for blending)
- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) Heavy Whipping Cream (Double Cream, 35% fat)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Keto Sweetener (Erythritol/Monk Fruit Blend)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Pinch Fine Sea Salt
Instructions:
- Blend the Ripple: Combine the frozen raspberries, 3 Tbsp of sweetener, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Pulse until a thick, slightly chunky puree forms. Do not over-blend to a liquid consistency; it should be thick like jam.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the puree and add more sweetener if the raspberries are particularly tart.
- Chill: Transfer the puree to a small container and chill in the refrigerator while preparing the base.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the heavy cream, almond milk, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt.
- Add Sweetener: Pour in the remaining 1/4 cup of sweetener.
- Whisk/Mix: Whisk the mixture vigorously (or use a hand mixer on low speed) for 1–2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and is fully combined, but before it starts forming soft peaks. It should still be pourable.
- Layer the Molds: Spoon a small layer of the creamy base into the bottom of each popsicle mold (about 1/4 full).
- Add the Ripple: Dollop 1–2 teaspoons of the chilled raspberry puree over the cream layer.
- Repeat: Continue alternating layers of cream base and raspberry puree until the molds are almost full, leaving about 1/4 inch space at the top for expansion.
- Create the Ripple Effect: Using a thin skewer or the end of a small spatula, gently swirl the contents of each mold 2–3 times. Do not over-mix, or the colours will fully combine. The goal is distinct ribbons.
- Insert Sticks and Freeze: Insert the popsicle sticks and place the molds into the freezer. Freeze for a minimum of 4–6 hours, or ideally overnight, until rock solid.
- The Water Bath Trick: To easily remove the popsicles, fill a tall container with warm (not hot) tap water. Dip the frozen molds into the water for about 15–20 seconds, rotating slowly.
- Release: Gently pull the popsicle stick straight out. Serve immediately.