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There is a sea buckthorn popsicle on a small colourful plate. On the left is a patterned napkin. Behind the small plate is an orange serving plate with a lots of sea buckthorn popsicles. The plates are placed on a grass mat. Apricots and sea buckthorn berries are scattered on the yellow wooden base and the mat.

Since we made our first sea buckthorn jam, we have been huge fans of the taste. This summer, I was curious to see what sea buckthorn popsicles would taste like! Knowing the intensity of this berry, I had to find a fruit partner that would buffer the extreme acidity and soften the taste – I chose apricot. Luckily, this is a match made in heaven for healthy, delicious sea buckthorn popsicles packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They have such a refreshing taste.

Ingredients for making Sea Buckthorn Popsicles:

On a yellow colored wooden base there is a straw mat. On the mat are some bowls with thawed Sea buckthorn berries, fresh apricots and dried dates. Behind the bowls lies a ripe banana, a jug with coconut milk and a yellow plate with a block of silken tofu.
  • Sea buckthorn
  • Apricots
  • Banana
  • Silken tofu
  • Coconut milk (full-fat)
  • Dates

Needed Equipment:

  • Blender
  • Popsicle mold

The overall size of my popsicle mold is 21 x 14 x 10cm (8,2 x 5,5 x 3,9inch), and the capacity of each popsicle mold is 75 ml. It allows you to make 12 delicious popsicles at once.

While the silken tofu addition might seem odd, it works perfectly for the popsicle recipe. Its taste isn’t noticeable, and it adds a nice little protein boost.

How to make Sea Buckthorn Popsicles:

Depending on where you live, you might be able to forage these delicious berries yourself. Here in Northern Europe, it commonly grows close to the coastlines. But the plant also grows in parts of Asia and North America. It typically thrives in areas with cold winters and well-drained soil. Since I still had frozen sea buckthorn in the freezer, I could just try my popsicle idea without having to go on a forage.

A small stainless steel pot with defrosted sea buckthorn stands on a bast mat base.
A small stainless steel pot with cooked sea buckthorn stands on a bast mat base.
A small stainless steel bowl with a spoon and freshly sieved sea buckthorn pulp stands on a yellow wooden base.

If using frozen berries, defrost the sea buckthorn and boil it briefly. Five minutes is enough. Then, pass it through a sieve, leaving the seeds and the skin and collecting the delicious sea buckthorn pulp in the pot. If you have bought pulp straight away, this step is, of course, not necessary.

Now, take the apricots, wash them, cut them in half, and remove the stones. Also, pit the dates and place them in a pot with the apricots. Then, add the coconut milk and boil the mixture for 10 minutes.

Two Hands hold a huge knife, and an apricot. The knife cut the apricot. The apricot lies on a wooden cutting board, that lies on a bast mat. In the background is a yellow bowl with an apricot, besides is a yellow plate with dried dates.
On a yellow wooden base stands a small stainless steel pot with a mixture of freshly cut apricots, dates and coconut milk.
On a yellow wooden base stands a small stainless steel pot with a cooked mixture of apricots, dates and coconut milk.

Once the mixture has cooled down, pour it into the blender. Add the sliced banana, the piece of silken tofu, and the most important thing: our sea buckthorn pulp.

A look into the jar of the blender standing on a yellow wooden base, with the creamy mixed fruit mixture.
Filling the popsicles mold with the ready mixed sea buckthorn fruit mixture, with the help of a silver spoon. All compartments are full. Behind the mold is the lid. The mold stands on a yellow wooden base.

Now, puree all to a creamy consistency. Finally, pour the mixture into the popsicle mold, add popsicle sticks, and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy your super healthy sea buckthorn popsicle!

FAQ

What does sea buckthorn taste like?

Sea buckthorn has a tart, tangy flavor, often compared to a mix of citrus and berry. Its taste can vary depending on ripeness and preparation method.

Where do I get sea buckthorn?

Sea buckthorn berries are not easy to find and are also seasonally limited. Collecting is time-consuming! The bushes are very prickly. Be careful not to hurt yourself while collecting. You can also buy ready-made sea buckthorn pulp cooked from 100% fruit. I found frozen sea buckthorn in a supermarket. It might also occasionally be available at health food stores or from online retailers.

What is so special about sea buckthorn?

Sea buckthorn is rich in nutrients, particularly vitamins C and E, omega fatty acids, and antioxidants.

A hand holds a sea buckthorn popsicle. In the yellow backgroud there are blurred apricots and sea buckthorn berries.

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There is a sea buckthorn popsicle on a small colourful plate. On the left is a patterned napkin. With a blurred view, behind the small plate is an orange serving plate with a lots of sea buckthorn popsicles. The plates are placed on a grass mat. Apricots and sea buckthorn berries are scattered on the yellow wooden base and the mat.

Sea Buckthorn Popsicles

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Sea buckthorn popsicles paired with apricots make a great combination for healthy, delicious popsicles with a refreshing unique taste.

  • Total Time: 24,5 Hours
  • Yield: 12 Pieces 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 200g sea buckthorn
  • 300g apricots
  • 100g banana
  • 250g silken tofu
  • 200ml coconut milk (full-fat)
  • 120g dates (dried, 7 Stk medjool dates)

Instructions

Defrost the sea buckthorn and boil it briefly for five minutes.
Pass it through a sieve, collecting the sea buckthorn pulp in a pot.
If you have bought pulp straight away, this step is, of course, not necessary.

Wash the apricots, cut them in half, and remove the stones.
Pit the dates and place them in a pot with the apricots.
Then add the coconut milk and boil the mixture for 10 minutes.

Once the mixture has cooled down, pour it into the blender.
Add the sliced banana, the piece of silken tofu, and our sea buckthorn pulp.

Now, puree all to a creamy consistency.
Pour the mixture into the popsicle mold, add popsicle sticks, and refrigerate overnight.
Enjoy your super healthy sea buckthorn popsicle!

Notes

If you want to store your frozen popsicles for another day, just put them in a zipper bag and pop them in the freezer! You can also buy small cellophane bags (plastic-free, food-safe and biodegradable) so you can wrap each popsicle individually before putting them all in a zipper bag.

  • Author: Tanja
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Freeze Time: 24
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Popsicles
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegan

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