Description

These vibrant Red White and Blue Popsicles are a refreshing and healthy treat perfect for warm days and festive occasions. Made with real fruit purees, creamy Greek yogurt, and a touch of sweetness, these popsicles feature layers of strawberry, blueberry, and banana for a naturally patriotic color theme. Optional food coloring enhances the hues without compromising the wholesome ingredients, making them a delicious and visually appealing frozen dessert.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Layer

1 cup chopped strawberries (167 grams)
½ tablespoon granulated sugar (6 grams)
¼ cup water (57 grams)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (227 grams)
Red food coloring (optional, 3 drops)

Blueberry Layer

1 cup blueberries (170 grams)
½ tablespoon granulated sugar (6 grams)
¼ cup water (57 grams)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (227 grams)
Blue food coloring (optional, 3 drops)

Banana Layer

1 banana (chopped)
½ tablespoon granulated sugar (6 grams)
¼ cup water (57 grams)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (227 grams)

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Instructions

Prepare Strawberry Layer: Blend the strawberries with ½ tablespoon sugar and ¼ cup water until well combined. Add 1 cup Greek yogurt and blend until fully smooth. Optionally add 3 drops of red food coloring to enhance the color. Set this mixture aside and keep refrigerated until ready to use.
Prepare Blueberry Layer: Repeat the blending process with blueberries, ½ tablespoon sugar, ¼ cup water, and 1 cup Greek yogurt. Add 3 drops of blue food coloring if desired to intensify the color. Keep this mixture refrigerated as well.
Prepare Banana Layer: Blend the chopped banana with ½ tablespoon sugar, ¼ cup water, and 1 cup Greek yogurt until creamy and smooth. No food coloring is necessary for this layer.
Assemble Popsicles: Pour a layer of the blueberry mixture into the bottom of each popsicle mold. Insert popsicle sticks if the mold doesn’t include them. Freeze this layer for about 2 hours until solid.
Add Middle Layers: Pour a layer of either the banana or strawberry mixture over the frozen blueberry layer, alternating layers if desired. Freeze again until solid, approximately 2 hours.
Add Final Layer and Freeze: Add the last layer of mixture (whichever remains) on top of the previously frozen layer. Freeze the popsicles fully, at least 4 hours or overnight, before serving to ensure they are completely firm.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen fruit, but adjust for extra moisture if needed.
Adding food coloring is optional; the natural fruit colors work well.
To avoid fruit chunks, blend thoroughly for a smooth texture.
Use plain Greek yogurt for a creamy texture and added protein.
If you don’t have a popsicle mold, small paper cups and wooden sticks make a great substitute.
The popsicles can be stored in the freezer for up to one month.
Let popsicles sit at room temperature for a few minutes before unmolding to ease removal.