Just thought I would post a couple of the popsicle “recipes” I’ve been using. Again, these are inspired by the book Smoothies: 50 Recipes for High Energy Refreshment. The kids are really enjoying these and so far I think the favorites are the ones that follow.
Honeydew Mint Popsicles
2 cups fresh honeydew, in chunks or diced
2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
1/2-3/4 cup plain yogurt
1 Tbsp maple syrup
Blend all ingredients together and pour into popsicle molds. Freeze until hard – 3-4 hours or overnight.
Cherry Chocolate Chip Popsicles
1 1/2 cups frozen cherries (or fresh)
1/2 – 3/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup chocolate chips
1 Tbsp maple syrup
Blend, pour into molds, and freeze. Mine were a bit “liquidy” so the chocolate chips sank to the bottom of the mold which became the top of the popsicle. No one seemed to mind this, but fresh cherries may have less liquid than the frozen, and adding a banana may also help with consistency.