Description
Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Popsicles are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and the bright, tangy flavors of fresh blackberries and zesty lime. Perfect for cooling down on hot summer days or as an impressive dessert for gatherings, these popsicles are not only quick to make but also visually stunning with their vibrant colors. The rich cream cheese base adds an indulgent texture, while the blackberry-lime combination delivers a refreshing taste that will leave you wanting more. Easy to customize, you can adjust sweetness or incorporate other fruits to make it your own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh blackberries
- 1 1/2 tablespoons water
- Sugar (to taste)
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, cook blackberries and water over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes until soft. Add sugar if necessary and let dissolve.
- Blend the mixture until smooth in a high-powered blender, then refrigerate until cool (about 30 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, milk, lime juice, zest (if using), vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth; refrigerate.
- Layer blackberry puree and cheesecake mixture in popsicle molds. Insert sticks and freeze until solid (4-6 hours).
- Run warm water over molds to release popsicles before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg