Did you know that summer doesn’t “officially” start until June 21?
I guess that means that we’re technically still in the ‘spring season’, however the temperature is high today, and I’d say it sure feels like summer! This is the time of year that most kids are finally out of school and at home. More time around the house often leads to increased snacking. Warmer weather can also lead to the urge to splurge on less healthier foods, such as ice cream or popsicles.
Store bought popsicles can be PACKED with hidden sugars. The recipe below is a great alternative to store bought popsicles. It combines healthy fruit with yogurt to make for a delicious treat.
Ingredients1 cup nonfat, vanilla yogurt
1 cup fresh or frozen fruit (examples: blueberries, strawberries, banana’s, pineapple, peaches)
2 tablespoons honey
4 wooden popsicle sticks or plastic spoons
4 paper cups
Method* Place yogurt, fruit and honey in blender.
* Blend until smooth.
* Pour into paper cups, dividing mixture evenly among the 4 cups.
* Cover cups with foil. Make slits in the center of foil and insert popsicle sticks.
* Freeze 5 hours or until solid.
* Peel off the paper cup and serve.