Description
Discover the joy of making refreshing and healthy Frozen Yogurt Pops at home with this ultimate guide. Combining creamy Greek yogurt with fresh or frozen fruit and natural sweeteners, these popsicles are easy to prepare, customizable with your favorite toppings, and perfect for a guilt-free summer treat or dessert.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or non-fat)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen fruit (berries, mango, peaches, etc.)
- 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
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 directly from frozen. Puree half of the fruit for a smoother texture (optional). 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 until smooth.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and add more honey or maple syrup to reach desired sweetness.
- Thin the Mixture (if needed): If too thick, add milk or yogurt, a tablespoon at a time, until pourable.
- Add Salt: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness.
- Combine Fruit and Yogurt: Gently fold the prepared fruit into the yogurt mixture until evenly distributed.
- Fill Popsicle Molds: Pour the yogurt and fruit mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top.
- Add Toppings (optional): Sprinkle toppings like granola, chocolate chips, or nuts over the filled molds.
- Insert Popsicle Sticks: Insert popsicle sticks into the center of each mold.
- Freeze: Place the molds in the freezer and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely frozen solid.
- Remove from Molds: Run the popsicle molds under warm water for a few seconds to loosen the pops. Gently pull on the popsicle sticks to remove the pops.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately or store in the freezer.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, puree half of the fruit before mixing.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener based on the sweetness of your fruit and personal preference.
- Use full-fat yogurt for creamier pops or non-fat for a lighter option.
- Add a tablespoon of milk or yogurt if the mixture is too thick to ease pouring.
- Optional toppings add texture and flavor but can be omitted for a simpler treat.
- Freeze popsicles overnight for best results and firmer texture.
- Running molds under warm water briefly helps to remove popsicles easily.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 0 minutes (freezing time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
