You might think popsicles are just for kids, but in this heat, my husband and I really enjoy them. During this pandemic, I am especially focusing on "individual" ways to serve friends and family outside on my deck. Popsicles qualify!
Fresh fruit strawberry popsicles with a touch of fresh mint are a refreshing summer treat that are low in calories, sugar, and carbs. They are perfect for both kids and adults and couldn't be easier to make!
Fresh fruit strawberry popsicles with a touch of fresh mint are a refreshing summer treat that are low in calories, sugar, and carbs. They are perfect for both kids and adults and couldn't be easier to make!
As temperatures rise into the 90s, cold refreshing popsicles will hit the spot. Prep time for these easy to make pops is just 5 minutes, while the freeze time is about 4 hours.
Since I bought yet another 2 quarts of organic strawberries yesterday, I decided to make these refreshing popsicles to eat when we are outside on the deck (and in the heat). Outside on our large deck, seems to be the only way we now see friends or family.
I had purchased mint for another recipe, so I added some mint to my pops.
You could add basil instead or add no herb at all. Regardless, the popsicle will be fruity, cooling, and delicious. Personally, I am a big fan of rosewater (affiliate link) and I love the taste of strawberries or watermelon with rosewater, so sometimes I will add a tablespoon to my popsicle mixture.
Your pops will only be as sweet as the sweetness of your berries, so if your berries are tart, add a little stevia, maple syrup, or honey to the fruit mixture if you need it.
Your pops will only be as sweet as the sweetness of your berries, so if your berries are tart, add a little stevia, maple syrup, or honey to the fruit mixture if you need it.
Today is my friend Vicki's Birthday!
So Happy Birthday to a dear and valued friend .
I wish you all the best!
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Ingredients:
2 cups of organic strawberries, cleaned
1/4 cup of coconut milk
5 drops of liquid stevia (or any sweeter of your choice)
Directions:
Place the strawberries, coconut milk, and stevia in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into 4 popsicle molds and freeze for a minimum of 4 hours.
So light, fruity and yummy...one of the healthiest summer coolers!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have one of these but I haven't made any Popsicle in years. I am just reading your recipe now I think I should give this one a try. Did you use almond milk?
ReplyDeleteI believe that I had cashew milk in the house, but I think any nut creamer or nut milk or even leave out the milk will work.
DeleteThe popsicle look delicious!
ReplyDeleteSuch an easy recipe! I used to have popsicle molds but no longer. This posts makes me long to make popsicles now. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI had one set of popsicle molds from years ago. I looked to buy new molds or even popsicle sticks in 3 different supermarkets, but they no longer sell them. Probably have them online.
DeleteI love strawberry...I will try your recipe....sound appealing...yummy
ReplyDeleteThese look so refreshing and delicious. My mint is finally starting to show some growth, so I may give these a try. I'm growing Mountain Mint this year. It differs in appearance and intensity of flavor from peppermint and spearmint.
ReplyDeleteIf we make it back to the roadside farm stand, I'm going to buy extra berries for ice pops. I can't believe I haven't made any this year. Must rectify that. I use almond milk.
ReplyDeletePerfect for summer time cool offs. You have a nice presentation too.
ReplyDeleteUsing rosewater in a frozen dessert sounds brilliant!
ReplyDeletebe well... mae at maefood.blogspot.com
This is like my 1 (ish) ingredient ice cream I have been making.I never buy mint but should try it.
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned the bra analogy for masks, of course you can use it, I found it online.
ReplyDeleteI find mint to be a very strong flavour - I have heard that pepper goes well with strawberry. Cheers
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday Vicki!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such an easy summer treat. My husband doesn't do cold things so I would have to eat them all myself!
These look delicious!
ReplyDeleteI think my niece would love these. Strawberries and blueberries are the only fruits she’ll eat.
ReplyDeleteAj @ Read All The Things!
Wow, these popsicles would be perfect right this very minute while we melt in the heat of the South. I love the recipe and the color is so vivid Judee! YUM!
ReplyDeletei love the sound of these judee. may have to wait till summer comes here!
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