Coconut Pudding Popsicles

Ingredients:
2 cups (8 ounces/224 grams) whole milk
2/3 cup (3 1/2 ounces. 100 grams) coconut sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Scant 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups (8 3/4 ounces/250 grams) sliced firm-ripe bananas (about 2 large)

Preparation:
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, coconut sugar, cornstarch, and salt until the cornstarch has completely dissolved.

2. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking often.

3. Once the pudding has come to a bubble, whisk constantly and cook for 1 minute.

4. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Let the pudding cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

6. Into the pitcher of a blender, pour the coconut sugar pudding.

7. Add the sliced banana. Puree on high speed until completely smooth.

8. Pour into popsicle molds and freeze until firm.