Healthy Popsicles

What You Need:

• A blender
• Popsicle molds
• 1-2 handfuls of leafy greens—kale or baby spinach works best
• 1-2 medium ripe bananas
• 1 cup of plain or vanilla yogurt
• 1-2 cups of your child’s favorite fruits: pineapple, mango, berries—anything goes!
• 1 cup of coconut water or freshly-squeezed orange juice
• Optional: honey

What You Do:

1. Blend your greens with the coconut water or freshly-squeezed orange juice.
2. Add in the yogurt and fruits; a little more coconut water or orange juice can be used to thin it out if the mixture is too thick. Blend until smooth.
3. Taste—add honey if needed for a little extra sweetness.
4. Pour mixture into popsicle molds and freeze several hours.
5. Remove from mold, running a little warm water on the mold if the popsicle sticks. Enjoy!

Tips and Tricks:

This recipe is easily adapted to suit young taste buds by altering the amount or kind of fruit used. Remember that kale has a slightly stronger taste than baby spinach, so if your kids have never tried a green popsicle you may want to begin with spinach as your base. Also, replacing regular yogurt with Greek yogurt can add a protein kick and reduce sugar. Delight in your summertime snacking—and in sharing a healthy treat with your kids.