Frozen Fudge Bars

The addition of instant espresso powders, heightens the chocolatey flavors of these frozen fudge bars. Here's a quick and easy homemade version of a favorite childhood summer treats!

Yield: makes 8 popsicles

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate bars, fudge bars, frozen treats, frozen fudge

Servings: 8 pops

Author: Maryanne Cabrera

Ingredients

1 ¾ cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 Tablespoon instant espresso powder, optional
½ cup dark chocolate, roughly chopped
¼ cup + 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

In a heavy bottomed sauce pot, whisk together milk, cream, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add cocoa powder and espresso powder. Whisk until cocoa powder has dissolved.
Place chopped chocolate in a large bowl. Pour hot liquid mixture over chocolate. Let sit for a couple minutes to allow the chocolate to melt. Stir to combine. Add sugar and salt. Mix until distributed. Let mixture sit for a couple minutes to allow to cool.
Transfer to a large pitcher (or large liquid measuring cup) and pour into popsicle molds. Place in freezer for 30 minutes. Insert wooden sticks into molds and return to freezer for another 4 hours until fudge bars are solid.

Notes

Equipment Notes:

I use these popsicle molds from Amazon.

Storage:

Individually wrap frozen pops in plastic wrap and keep in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks.