Can’t stop, won’t stop with the popsicles, guys. It’s summah! I have to.
Also, in the summer…I have to ride my bike. It’s so fun! and it’s one of the 3 forms of exercise that I don’t completely abhor (…walking and swimming are the other two, in case you wanted to know).
The thing is, I’m a super-nerd about wearing a helmet…safety first, y’all. I mean we’re all just one errant pebble or careless driver away from spilling our brains all over the pavement and I am just so not into that. I like my grey matter trapped tightly in my skull. Call me picky, I guess. Anyway, my helmet is a little too small for me…like I feel like I’m being choked and maybe it’s the kind that makes me have an oddly shaped, alien noggin. It’s a “universal size” lady helmet and I guess my head is just not within the universal scope. I mean, can’t a girl with a watermelon for a head ride with a teensy bit more comfort and style?
So, yesterday, I busted out the tape measurer and went on an internet quest to find a helmet that is large enough to fit my massive dome and I think I found the one! It’s cute-ish and will hopefully keep my coconut un-cracked and my anxiety levels at a minimum throughout the summer.
HOORAY, for bike safety!
Enough brains-on-the-pavement imagery and more popsicle talk!
These pops combine bright blueberries with creamy yogurt and zesty lime. I use maple syrup to sweeten these because I have a thing for maple + blueberries and I think it’s super good on yogurt too. You could totally use another sugar if you prefer. This recipe is super easy, even though we are turning on the stovetop for a bit. The berries are simmered in the maple until their deep purple color bleeds into the syrup, then lime juice and zest are stirred in. The yogurt portion comes together with some more maple syrup, lime zest and juice, plus some quick whisking. Then everyone is layered into the molds, all willy-nilly, for a swirled effect. I love, love these pops not only because they are gems to look at, but also because they are so fruity, creamy, sweet, and tangy. They manage to be both refreshing from the bright fruit and citrus, while feeling creamy and decadent from the yogurt.
[recipe]
Blueberry Lime Frozen Yogurt Pops
I use (and love) this ice pop mold. This recipe makes enough to fill all 10 pop molds. Depending on your set of molds, you may have more of less (freeze any extra into ice cube trays and blitz into a smoothie). Depending on the sweetness of your berries and personal preference you can reduce the maple syrup to 1/2 cup, total.
1 pint blueberries, rinsed and dried
2/3 cup maple syrup, divided
1 1/2 cups greek yogurt
zest and juice of two small limes, divided
In a saucepan combine 1/3 cup of the maple syrup with the blueberries. Heat over high and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and cook 1-2 minutes, until the berries release their juices and become soft, but do not all burst and become mushy, stir in the zest and juice of one of the limes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool a bit.
In a bowl whisk together the yogurt, the remaining 1/3 cup of maple syrup and zest + juice of the remaining lime.
Spoon some of the blueberry mixture into each mold, followed by yogurt — there’s no real method to this, btw…but don’t fret, it will be pretty, and more importantly, delicious regardless of how you layer it up — until all of the molds are filled. Since the yogurt is thick enough, you can insert the sticks now, as they will stay in place. Freeze until solid, at least 4 hours. [/recipe]
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Holy stickin yes!!! These are so cute and the colors are just awesome. I feel like I am saying this everyday, but I need a popsicle mold!!
These look so good Cindy!
yeah you do! thanks, Tieghan!
Where can I get those Popsicle trays from. I’ve been looking for them.
This is the tray: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000CF7H6/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0000CF7H6&linkCode=as2&tag=hungrygirlpor-20&linkId=EHHRCG2KYNHYR2A6
I’m with Tieghan. I need this ice pop mold in my life so I can have giant pops forever.
And I totally love your helmet choice girrl!
you TOTES need one. invest in your popsicle future!
and thanks man!
Can you make this in an ice cream maker instead? Looks absolutely perfect!
I think you could, but it may be icy.
Can’t stop, won’t stop, don’t stop.. Love all your pop recipes yo.. and I so need these molds..oh and guess who can’t ride a bike.True story.
hell yeah! pops forever!
true fact, my mom can’t ride a bike either, but she definitely taught me how!
Those are some perrrrty little pops!
thanks, Sophie!
I just love a good blueberry swirl! The lime addition with the yogurt and maple syrup sounds right up my alley. You are the popsicle queen!
This is why I’m in love with Ben/jerry’s blueberry lemon/greek yogurt ice cream! Called Liz Lemon .. great combination
Yeah Yeah Yeah!! I just got my grown up popsicle mold in the mail yesterday and used it immediately. These are definitely going to be happening real soon. Froyo popz 4 lyfe!!
YES! I am so happy you have one, now!!
safety first! popsicles second 🙂
exactly!
This sounds like such a fabulous treat!
one word : divine 😀
Ya killin me with all your summahtime-talk. Here in the southern hemisphere it is a grey winters day. I want a Popsicle now damn you!
That color…I die!
I have to join the list of people who now need a popsicle mold (or ice lolly mold as we brits would say) thanks to this recipe! Also, the phrase ‘keep my coconut un-cracked’ made me giggle for some reason… 🙂
Love these!… great mold
Ok, that does it – I’m ordering a dang pop mold right now!!
These are sooo pretty and I’m always drooling over your popsicle recipes… now I’m finally gonna be able to make some! *happy dance*
these popsicles look absolutely amazing, I’m going to have to pin this recipe!
Em
Win a pair of Manitobah Moccasins!
YUM! That’s pretty much all that needs to be said! I wish it was nice and warm over here so that I’d feel like eating popsicles. I’m keeping this recipe for Summer! P.S your popsicle mold is gorgeous. Where’d you get it from? xx
Where did you order your molds from
Is it safe to eat these while biking? No? What if I am wearing a helmet… and maybe throw in a fancy pair of shin guards? Still no? Wrist pads? Can we design a helmet that holds a popsicle? So many questions. Maybe I should just chill on the multitasking. 😉
hahaha. I’m gonna say no. maybe we could invent one of those beer helmets but for popsicle treats. Like an otter-pop-beer-helmet hybrid.
I like where this is going. We can market it as a “Summer Helmet”. The Winter Helmet would of course have to be able to insulate hot cocoa and have an attachment for a whipped cream dispenser. Foodie chic.
yes. I can get on board with this.
These look so great and have all my favorite flavors. I can’t wait to make them! BUT, I can’t find molds like yours. Do you remember where you got them? Thank!
I ordered them from Amazon. Here’s the link http://www.amazon.com/Progressive-International-PLP-1-Freezer-Maker/dp/B0000CF7H6 🙂
Thanks! I will order it today and give your recipe a try. I appreciate your quick response.
excellent! thank YOU for visiting!
Yahooo..unable to click to get recipe on Pinterest but thankfully Lindsey sent me the direct link! Yeah Lindsey and Yeah you for the recipe. Really sounds yummyyum!Thank you….~ Holly :o)
Where can I order this popscile mold?
Do you have a calorie count on these or WW points?
Looks great cant wate to try. Where can you get the trays.
My question too!
http://www.amazon.com/Progressive-International-PLP-1-Freezer-Maker/dp/B0000CF7H6 these are the ones I use.
I was a little skeptical when it said lime…but just made them and they are delicious!
I only got 7 instead of 10 (think my molds might be a little bigger).
I’m glad the lime won you over!!