Peanut Butter Chocolate Popsicles (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 (14 ounce) can full-fat canned coconut milk
02 - 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 2 ripe bananas
04 - 6-8 Medjool dates
05 - 1/2 cup cacao or cocoa powder
06 - 3 tablespoons hemp seeds
07 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Granola Topping

08 - 1/3 cup pitted Medjool dates
09 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
10 - 1/2 cup roasted peanuts

→ Chocolate Coating

11 - 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted

# Instructions:

01 - In a high-power blender or food processor, combine the coconut milk, 1/4 cup peanut butter, bananas, dates, cacao powder, hemp seeds, and vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth, achieving the consistency of a thick smoothie.
02 - Layer the prepared chocolate mixture and the remaining 1/3 cup peanut butter evenly among 10-12 popsicle molds. Imperfect layers are acceptable for visual effect.
03 - In a food processor, combine the remaining dates, oats, and roasted peanuts. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground, resembling granola.
04 - Sprinkle the granola over the tops of the popsicles, gently pressing to adhere. Insert popsicle sticks, cover the molds, and freeze for about 4 hours until firm.
05 - If desired, dip each frozen popsicle in melted dark chocolate and quickly sprinkle with the leftover granola. Store finished popsicles in the freezer.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the popsicles freeze fully to achieve a solid texture, allowing easy removal from the molds.
02 - For best results, run the mold under hot water briefly to release popsicles.