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    Home » Recipes » Ice Cream and Meringues

    Blueberry and Purple Sweet Potato Popsicles

    Published: Jun 24, 2016 · Modified: Jun 30, 2021 by annabanana · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 6 Comments

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    Purple sweet potato. What a star! I don't remember when last time I was soooo excited about sweet potato! (OK, perhaps last evening, when I was having some chippies made from sweet spuds) But this just opens the whole new world of possibilities! When someone told me about purple sweet potatoes, I was sure it's a myth, or some urban legend kinda thing. How wrong was I!?!

    Blueberry and Purple Sweet Potato Popsicles

     

    So, last month, I've had a pleasure of meeting fellow foodie and a very talented, kind and amazing human, Aimee from Wallflower Kitchen, who despite suspicious looks from everyone around us in the cafe, handed me over a brown paper bag with one, beautiful purple sweet potato inside! I couldn't be happier! Now, before you will start judging me and my weirdness, you must know that I never tried, or even seen purple sweet potato in real life before. They are really rare in the UK, and you don't see them in shops or markets. So you can understand why I was acting like a kid in candy store! The excitement was real! And I have promised Aimee, that I will make something special out of this one, awesome, handsome and tasty fella.

     

    Purple Sweet Potato and Blueberry Yummy Popsicles!

     

    As the summer season is upon us, popsicles, ice lollies and all the ice cream of the world, are starting to appear everywhere! And for all the right reasons. Is there anything better and more associated with summer than cool popsicle? They have the power to turn even the most serious adult into a kid. And that is mainly why I love them. That and the fact they taste awesome. And you can make a mess when you eat them, it's totally OK to have your face covered in ice cream. It's summer and nobody cares!

     

    Vegan Popsicles made with Blueberries and Purple Sweet Potato

     

    I've been feeling really left out seeing gorgeous, mouth watering pictures of popsicles and lollies everywhere, so I got myself popscicle moulds and started to think what a groovy summer is ahead of me, now I can start to make my own popsicles. Possibilities are endless! So you may, or may not be seeing more of these colourfull babies here.

     

    Blueberry and Purple Sweet Potato Creamy Popscicles! Yummy and easy to make, delicious for summer days!

     

    Back to purple sweet potato and how I did put it in use...I knew I wanted to make ice cream out of it, so after seeing Aimee's  Purple Sweet Potato Ice Cream recipe, I knew this will be something I just had to try. And my popsicles were totally inspired by her fabulous creation.  I've had some blueberries that had to be used, so I've mixed both together, and the taste as well as the colour, blew my socks away! They came out smooth and creamy, just as I wanted them to be! Yummo x 10000000000000! And aren't they the prettiest thing ever?

     

    Awesome Purple Vegan Popsicles made with Blueberries and Purple Sweet Potato

     

    Last week I went to garden centre/ farm shop close to my work place, and guess what? They sell purple sweet potatoes!!!!!!!!!! I think the sound that came out of my mouth when I saw them, scared the lady behind the till a little bit, and more than likely, she thinks I've got some serious issues, because I did a little victory dance when I was leaving the shop... Oh well, small price to pay for having an access to these beauties. Hope you will enjoy it and have a great weekend!

     

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    Blueberry and Purple Sweet Potato Popsicles
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    5 from 3 votes

    Blueberry Popsicles with Purple Sweet Potato

    Yummy, creamy purple sweet potato and blueberry popsicles with coconut cream. Delicious treat for summer! Yum!
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Cook Time2 hours hrs
    Total Time2 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Servings: 8 popsicles
    Calories: 143kcal
    Author: Anna Banana

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup purple sweet (boiled, cooled)
    • 1 cup blueberries
    • 400 ml coconut milk (refrigerated overnight)
    • ½ cup cashew milk
    • 3 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Scoop out the thick layer of coconut cream that has solidified at the top of the can into blender.
    • Add the rest of ingredients and blend together.
    • Pour into popsicle moulds and refrigerate for about 2-3 hours.
    • Enjoy!

    Please note that all my recipes are developed and tested in metric grams. I recommend that you use digital scales for a more accurate results. I have provided a conversion to US customary in the recipe but please note that I haven’t tested using this method.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 143kcal
    Did you make this?Tell me how you like it? Leave a comment or take a picture and tag @anna_wierzbinska on Instagram. I love seeing your take on my recipes!
    Blueberry and Purple Sweet Potato Vegan Popsicles!

     

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Rebecca de Silva

      March 06, 2017 at 10:00 am

      5 stars
      Who would have thought purple sweet potatoes in a lolly, but they are fab!!! Thanks again Anna X

      Reply
    2. Melissa @ Vegan Huggs

      June 29, 2016 at 3:57 am

      5 stars
      Wow! These sound and look delicious! I've never had a purple sweet potato before. I will be on the lookout now.

      Reply
    3. Maylien Swenerton

      June 26, 2016 at 7:15 pm

      Can beets be used if I can't find the purple sweet potatoes?

      Reply
      • annabanana

        June 26, 2016 at 7:29 pm

        Hey Maylien! I've never tried it with beets but this could be the best idea ever!!! Watch this space... ? xxx

        Reply
    4. Debbe

      June 24, 2016 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      Anna!! These are sweet potatoes? What a gorgeous color! Such a great idea, will try these soon, and given me an idea for other recipes..didn't realize what a pretty color they make and so healthy too!

      Reply
      • annabanana

        June 24, 2016 at 6:54 pm

        Hey Debbe!!! YES!!! Aren't they great?!? So happy to hear you like them and can't wait to see what you are going to create! 🙂 Have a great weekend! x

        Reply

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