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Patriotic popsicles

Patriotic Popsicles

These patriotic popsicles are so delcious! To keep cool during the Summer, you’ll love biting into these refreshing, nutritious, fruit and yogurt treats.
Servings: 6 popsicles

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup Yogurt (I used Greek yogurt)
  • 5 tsp Local Honey
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup Raspberries/Strawberries
  • 2 tsp Lemon Juice
  • Water

Method
 

  1. Place the blueberries, lemon juice and 2 tsp of the honey in a food processor or blender. Pulse lightly for a few seconds. If you like more liquid, pulse until you see that consistency. I like having pieces of the fruit in my popsicles.
  2. Next, add the raspberries/strawberries to the blender/processor and just a tiny bit of water, may 1/2 tbsp. You just need a little to moisten up the berries while they are blending. If you like more liquid, pulse until you see that consistency. If you don’t like the seeds, pour the mixture in a strainer and they will filter out.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, vanilla and honey.
  4. Filling the popsicle molds: I am using stainless steel skinny molds. You'll set the molds up and fill each one with the blueberries a 1/3 of the way. Place the lid on each one and do not insert the wooden stick. Put them in the freezer for about an hour. Next, you'll fill them with the yogurt a 1/3 of the way. Repeat and place them in the freezer for a few hours. You might need to check on them to see when they set. Now, add the raspberries/ strawberries to the top 1/3. Place the lid on top and insert the wooden stick. I left mine in the freezer overnight and pulled them out in the morning. They were frozen solid.
  5. Pulling the popsicles out of the mold: Run each mold under hot water for a few seconds. Pull the stick out and the popsicle will slide out. Remove the little lid and enjoy!

Notes

  • Depending on what kind of yogurt you use, it may take less or more time to freeze.
  • These popsicles have that slightly sweet flavor with the tartness from the blueberries and raspberries. If you like them a little more sweeter, just add more honey. I'd start with 1 or 2 additional teaspoons of honey.
  • Place each popsicle in a clear cellophane bag and tie a ribbon around each one. Stick them in the freezer and you can just grab them when you want a nice treat.
  • If having a party, like a BBQ or 4th of July gathering, place ice in a rectangle dish. Then, place the popsicles on top so they don't melt.
  • You can also place the popsicles in mason jars so they drip into the jar instead of all over the floor or your shirt.
  • If you don't want the separated red, white and blue look, just combine the fruit in with the yogurt. Pour into the mold and freeze that way. They will still be patriotic popsicles.