Jul 03, 2024 They make the perfect snack to pull from the freezer all summer long. With 5 minutes of prep time and the yummiest dreamy berry and silky frozen yogurt result, let’s get to it!
Why You’ll Love This Yogurt Popsicles Recipe
Here’s why these NEED to be on your summer to-do list:
3 ingredients: All you need are yogurt, berries, and honey (or maple syrup), and you’ve got yourself ready to make this recipe. Kid-friendly: This is a fun treat to make with your kids and for them to enjoy eating in the summertime. They’re also a great alternative to ice cream! Make-ahead: Make these ahead of time and keep a big batch in the freezer – ready to go. So pretty: I love serving these in a big bowl with ice and berries scattered around them. They are super cute.
Substitutions and Variations
Here’s how to change up this yogurt popsicle recipe:
Ingredients
Here are the 3 super basic ingredients you’ll need to make your frozen yogurt pops:
Plain Greek yogurt: Provides a rich, creamy base for the popsicles with a tangy flavor. Use a thick, full fat and creamy yogurt for best results. Honey or maple syrup: Choose one or use a little of both to sweeten the popsicle mix. Fresh berries: Use one or a mixture of seasonal berries: strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are delicious.
Dairy-free options: Use plant-based yogurts such as almond, coconut, or soy yogurt for a dairy-free version. Ensure they are plain and unsweetened for best results. Agave nectar: A plant-based sweetener with a mild flavor, making it a good swap for both honey and maple syrup. Frozen berries: Use frozen strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries if fresh ones are not available. Thaw and drain excess liquid before using them in your Greek yogurt popsicles. Other fruits: Substitute with other fresh fruits like mango, peaches, or kiwi for different flavors. Add-ins: Play around with adding blended bananas, vanilla extract, lemon, fresh mint, or other frozen fruits for other tastes and textures.
Tools to Grab
A blender: Or food processor to blend the berries with the honey. Popsicle mold: Silicone molds or plastic work well, or see below for easy options for DIY popsicle molds and sticks.
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Prepare the fruit
Puree the berries with 2 tbsp of the honey or maple syrup in a blender, an immersion hand blender in a measuring cup, or a food processor.
Prepare the yogurt
Add the plain yogurt to the remaining honey or maple syrup to a bowl and combine.
Layer and swirl
Add the mixture to each popsicle mold, alternating it with berries in layers. Swirl the mixtures together by inserting a skewer or super-thin knife. Create a marbled effect.
Freeze
Insert the popsicle sticks and freeze for 4-6 hours or until solid.
Storage
Once the popsicles are fully frozen, you can leave them in the molds until ready to eat. This keeps them protected and fresh. After removing from the molds, wrap each popsicle in plastic wrap or parchment paper to prevent them from sticking together. Place the wrapped popsicles in a large freezer-safe zip-top bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing to minimize freezer burn. Alternatively, you can layer the popsicles in an airtight container, separated by parchment or wax paper sheets.
DIY Popsicle Sticks
Spoons or Forks: Use any small spoons or forks as handles. They work just as well and can be plastic/wooden or whatever you have in your cutlery drawer.
Removing from molds: To remove the popsicles, briefly run warm water over the outside of the mold or let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes. Gently pull the popsicle stick to release. After removing the molds, wrap each popsicle in plastic to prevent them from sticking together. Properly fill the molds: Leave a small gap at the top of each mold to allow for expansion as the mixture freezes. Overfilling can cause a mess and make it difficult to remove the popsicles.
