GOOD EATS

PATRIOTIC POPSICLES

Patriotic popsicles are popping with flavor and are quite refreshing. These summer treats will keep you cool all season long. They are simple to make and wonderful to enjoy on a hot summer day, the perfect treat at a Fourth of July gathering.

Growing up, I have fond memories of running down the street to meet the ice cream truck for a summertime treat. There was nothing like getting a cold “Firecracker” popsicle on a hot summer day. With the Fourth of July just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than with red, white and blue popsicles?

These popsicles are pretty, but they are also festive, fruity and creamy, a twist on a childhood classic – only better. They are fun to make and great for a healthy summer snack.

With ripe strawberries and blueberries, this fruit combination is the perfect summertime dessert. Only five ingredients are needed to keep these fresh, light and tasty. There’s no need for added sugar, only honey. A classic popsicle made with a healthy twist.

The great thing about popsicles is they only take about six hours to freeze, so your guests will be enjoying these treats in no time.

This fresh fruit popsicle is incredibly easy to create and will cure any sweet tooth. So let this version of a red, white and blue popsicle take you back to the good ole days and enjoy the memories of childhood, Fourth of July parades, summer camps and playing outside from sunup to sundown. There’s never a wrong time for a bit of reminiscing, celebrations or a summertime treat. Happy Fourth of July!

GOOD EATS Gina Abernathy

~ Gina Abernathy is the author and recipe creator behind the blog, Home at Cedar Springs Farm.

Ingredients

1 cup vanilla yogurt 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 2 cups blueberries 2 cups sliced strawberries

Instructions

Combine yogurt, honey and heavy cream in a bowl. Mix well. Set aside.

Puree blueberries until smooth (this will result in 1 cup of pureed blueberries). Pour into a bowl. Set aside.

Puree strawberries until smooth (this will result in 1 cup of pureed strawberries). Pour into a bowl. Set aside.

In a popsicle mold, layer the red strawberries, white yogurt mix and blue blueberries. Place into the freezer for six-plus hours or overnight. Makes about 12 popsicles. Note: The honey in the yogurt/cream mixture will keep ice crystals from forming while freezing. Tip: To remove popsicles from the mold, run them under running water for a few seconds. They should pop right out.