Homemade popsicles are a cool and (somewhat) healthy way to cool off. The best thing: You can use just about anything to make them! (Your best bet is to stick to fruit and dairy products. It’s sort of the same theory as a smoothie -- you just freeze it.)
First, puree frozen or fresh fruit (add some nuts if you want too). Mix with a bit of yogurt, ice cream, or juice and pour into popsicle molds. Then freeze -- and voila! You’ll have a refreshing snack packed with nutrients and H20. Yep, it’s really that easy.
Don’t have popsicle molds? Use paper or plastic cups and stick in a plastic spoon. With plastic cups, be sure to run under warm water to release the pops. With paper, you can just peel it off. Here are a few of our fave concoctions:
• Plain orange juice (simple but so good!)
• Strawberry yogurt with fresh strawberries and walnuts
• Peaches with strawberries and a bit of honey
• Homemade lemonade
• Bananas, raspberries, plain yogurt, water and a splash of lime juice Experiment with your favorite fruits and yogurts (even puddings!) and be sure to write down the recipes you love!
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-- Erin Walters
Jul 30, 2010
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