10 Vegan Desserts Inspired by the Iconic Popsicle – One Green Planet

The day has finally arrived! Today, August 14th, is National Creamsicle Day here in the United States. We hope this news brings you the same joy that you felt whenever you heard the familiar jingles of the ice cream truck. If you are not yet familiar with creamsicles, they are a cross between ice cream and a popsicle. Underneath a citrusy orange outer shell is a creamy vanilla ice cream filling.

Whether you’re in the mood for an icy treat or for a baked dessert, you can celebrate this food holiday without dairy! Here are some orange and vanilla-flavored recipes that are creamsicle-inspired. Choose your favorite and then share it with friends and family to honor the iconic popsicle!

1. Creamsicle Coconut Cookies 

Enjoy the flavors of your favorite popsicle in cookie form! These Creamsicle Coconut Cookies use orange juice and zest to get their bright, citrusy flavor. Coconut flakes are tossed in and sprinkled on top for extra flare. Though they are warm and crumbly, these cookies provide the same nostalgic taste of icy creamsicles.

2. Raw Orange Ice Cream Cake Pops 

These Raw Orange Ice Cream Cake Pops take inspiration from two cold summertime classics: ice cream and creamsicles! These adorable bites look exactly like baby ice cream cones, but you don’t have to worry about them melting all over your hands. The raw orange-infused truffles are bright and citrusy- reminiscent of the creamsicle flavors and just what you want from a summertime snack.

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3. Orange Dreamsicle Cupcakes 

The flavors from these Orange Dreamsicle Cupcakes will take you right back to your childhood of ice cream trucks, drippy popsicles, and sticky fingers. These cupcakes are a great vessel for the citrusy taste of creamsicles because they can be enjoyed year-round. They are a sophisticated version of the iconic pop that’s perfect for parties.

4. Blood Orange Crème Brûlée 

This egg-free Blood Orange Crème Brûlée is velvety, creamy, and utterly delicious. The bright tangy bite from the orange infused in the custard filling helps prevent this dessert from being too rich or overly sweet. When combined with the fresh vanilla scraped right from the bean, it tastes identical to the vanilla and orange flavors of a creamsicle.

5. Creamsicle Truffles 

These Creamsicle Truffles, taste just like the ice cream version but are dairy-free and contain no refined sugars, making them a healthier homemade alternative. The base of the truffles is made from shredded coconut and is then infused with orange flavor. These bites are great if you are on the hunt for a no-mess, grab-and-go dessert, or sweet treat.

6. Raw Carrot-Orange Cupcakes With Coconut Cream

These Raw Carrot-Orange Cupcakes With Coconut Cream are a burst of fresh, citrusy goodness that is perfect on a hot day! The “cupcake” is made from sweet, sticky dates, oranges, warm spices, coconut, and carrots. If the taste of fresh orange in the cake wasn’t enough, these cupcakes are topped with a coconut whipped topping that completes the creamsicle flavor profile.

7. Creamsicle Cashew Milk 

Milk-making has never been easier or more rewarding! This Creamsicle Cashew Milk will leave you perplexed yet oh-so satisfied because it tastes like you are drinking an actual liquified creamsicle. The milk is naturally sweetened with dates and has notes of creamy vanilla and tangy, bright orange.

8. Orange Almond Cheesecake 

Just as flavorful as it is elegant! Orange Almond Cheesecake is a great way to enjoy the taste of a creamsicle in a fancier form. The base of the cheesecake is made of fresh oranges, coconut flour, almond flour, and lemon. It is topped with the most divine, decadent, citrus cream cheese icing.

9. 5-Ingredient Raw Orange Bars

Who doesn’t enjoy healthy treats? These zesty 5-Ingredient Raw Orange Bars are 100 percent raw, take only five ingredients to make, and can be whipped up in less than an hour! They are naturally sweetened by dates and oranges, making them the ideal treat if you are looking to cut back on refined sugars.

10. Vanilla Coconut Orange Creamsicles 

Let’s be real. If you are craving the taste of a creamsicle, what can satisfy that craving more than a creamsicle itself? Vanilla Coconut Orange Creamsicles are a dairy-free and grain-free rendition on the ice cream truck classic. The vanilla cream layer is made from cool, creamy coconut milk while the orange layer is fresh-squeezed orange juice with a touch of orange zest.

Now let’s celebrate! Enjoy one or more of these sweet treats in honor of this momentous occasion.

And if your sweet tooth is still not satisfied…

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