Best Easy Red Bean Ice Bar Recipe

Cool red bean ice bars with sweet azuki and creamy texture are a refreshing frozen treat. A family summer snack with naturally sweet flavor.

Cook 200 min Difficulty EASY 160 kcal
#summer dessert #asian sweets #snack for kids #low fat dessert
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Sweetened azuki beans 1.25 cups
  • Whole milk 1 cup
  • Heavy cream 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Sugar 3 tbsp
  • Salt 0.12 tsp
  • Vanilla extract 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 31 g 77%
Protein 3 g 7%
Fat 3 g 16%
Serving size 90g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Combine sweetened azuki beans, whole milk, and sugar in a medium saucepan. Set over low-medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling (about 5 minutes).

  2. 2

    Remove saucepan from heat, then gently fold in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt for a creamy, cohesive mixture.

  3. 3

    Let the mixture cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on top.

  4. 4

    Pour the cooled mixture evenly into ice pop molds, ensuring even distribution of beans for balanced texture. Tap the molds to release any air bubbles.

  5. 5

    Insert sticks and freeze for 3–4 hours or until fully solid. For easy removal, briefly run warm water over molds before unmolding.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately and enjoy your chilled, creamy red bean ice bars.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredient is sweetened azuki beans, which are the base for flavor and texture. Their naturally sweet and slightly earthy taste defines the characteristic appeal of red bean ice bars.
Q. How do I prevent icy texture in my red bean ice bars?
To prevent icy texture, use both whole milk and heavy cream as in this recipe. The added fat helps create a creamy mouthfeel, and stirring occasionally as it cools also ensures proper emulsion before freezing.
Q. What is the calorie and carb content per serving?
Each red bean ice bar contains about 160 kcal per 90g serving, with 31g of carbohydrates (77% of calories), 3g protein (7%), and 3g fat (16%).
Q. Which step is crucial for achieving the best texture?
Step 3, letting the mixture cool completely while stirring, is crucial. It prevents a skin or lumps from forming, which keeps the bars creamy and smooth after freezing.
Q. Is this dessert suitable for a high protein or low carb diet?
This red bean ice bar is higher in carbohydrates due to the beans and sugar, and has 3g of protein per serving. It is not considered high protein or low carb, but fits well as a light, refreshing treat.
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