Description
This Frozen Yogurt Pops recipe offers a refreshing and healthy homemade treat perfect for warm days. Made with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh or frozen fruits, and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, these popsicles are easy to prepare and customizable with optional toppings such as granola or chocolate chips. Ideal for a nutritious snack or dessert, they require minimal preparation time and simply freeze until solid for a deliciously cool experience.
Ingredients
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Yogurt Mixture
- 4 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or non-fat)
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- ¼ cup milk or yogurt (if needed, to thin the mixture)
- Pinch of salt
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh or frozen fruit (berries, mango, peaches, etc.)
Optional Toppings
- Granola
- Chocolate chips
- Shredded coconut
- Chopped nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash and chop fresh fruit into small pieces. If using frozen fruit, use it directly from frozen. Puree half of the fruit for a smoother texture if desired, then combine all prepared fruit in a bowl.
- Make the Yogurt Mixture: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract if using. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture and add more honey or maple syrup as needed to achieve your preferred sweetness level.
- Thin the Mixture (if needed): If the mixture is too thick to pour, add milk or additional yogurt one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a pourable consistency.
- Add Salt: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors and balance the sweetness.
- Combine Fruit and Yogurt: Gently fold the prepared fruit into the yogurt mixture until the fruit is evenly distributed throughout.
- Fill Popsicle Molds: Carefully pour the combined yogurt and fruit mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
- Add Toppings (optional): Sprinkle toppings such as granola, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts over the filled molds for added texture and flavor.
- Insert Popsicle Sticks: Place popsicle sticks firmly into the center of each filled mold.
- Freeze: Place the molds in the freezer and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until they are completely solid.
- Remove from Molds: To remove the popsicles, briefly run the molds under warm water for a few seconds to loosen them, then gently pull on the sticks to release the pops.
- Enjoy: Serve the frozen yogurt pops immediately or store them in the freezer for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamier popsicles or non-fat for a lighter option.
- Adjust sweetness according to fruit sweetness and personal preference.
- Pureeing some fruit results in a smoother texture, while whole fruit pieces add more bite.
- Optional toppings add crunch and additional flavor but can be omitted for a simpler treat.
- Ensure molds are properly sealed to prevent freezer odors from affecting the pops.
- Allow the popsicles to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before removing from molds for easier release.
