Crunchy Strawberry Popsicles – Healthy Dessert Ideas!

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Crunchy Strawberry Popsicles

It can be challenging to come up with ideas or a healthy dessert recipe for your kids. So cheer up your kids with this delicious homemade popsicle recipe!

These refreshingly cold sugar-free popsicles are an alluring 3-layered bite. The creamy strawberry yogurt and banana-flavored popsicle have a delightful fruity crunch held in place delectably by the middle layer of white chocolate. The subtle natural sweetness from honey and banana makes them extra yummy!

The yogurt contains probiotics to maintain gut health and calcium to help your little one build strong bones. Yogurt also contains healthy fats to promote brain growth and child development. The nutritious bananas offer an instant energy boost and potassium to keep them hydrated. The fiber from the strawberries, bananas, and cereal will keep your child pooping regularly.

Vitamin A and vitamin C will keep your child feeling their best. They won’t even know they are eating such a healthy snack! And you can enjoy this healthy treat along with them, with no guilt and all the joy!

Prep: 15 minutes; Total: 9 hours; Yield: 8-10 popsicles

Crunchy Strawberry Popsicles June 28, 2022 by Dr. Dina Kulik, MD, FRCPC, PEM Category Recipes Persons 8 Serving Size 1 Popsicle Ingredients • 2 cups strawberry yogurt (with no-added-sugar) • Six fresh ripe bananas • 2/3 cup honey • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries • 1 cup freeze-dried bananas • 1 cup vanilla cereal • 2 cups white chocolate chips • 3-4 tbsp coconut oil Instructions Blend the strawberry yogurt, ripe banana, & honey to get a creamy-pureed mix. Fill the mix into 8-10 Popsicle molds. Insert the sticks in place and put them in the freezer for 7-8 hrs until solid. Now, line 2 small baking trays with parchment paper. Take out the frozen popsicles from the mold and lay 5 Popsicles on each lined baking tray in a single layer, keeping some gap between each popsicle. (Dividing them into two trays helps during the quick coating step.) Next, chuck the freeze-dried strawberries, bananas, & vanilla cereal into a zip lock bag. Seal securely and crush them (using a rolling pin) into tiny-bits for the crunchy coating. Let your kids do the crushing part. Take out the crumbs in a bowl. Melt the white chocolate chips & coconut oil in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. (Ensure to use a microwave-proof bowl that is large enough to dip 1 Popsicle.) Working swiftly, remove a tray (containing five popsicles) from the fridge, dip a popsicle in the white chocolate liquid, and then sprinkle the crumb coating all over. Finish coating the rest of the four popsicles, and put the tray in the freezer. After that, coat the second set of 5 popsicles with the chocolate liquid & crumbs. Return to the freezer to set for an hour or until serving time. Notes Relish the popsicles along with your kids at any hour of the day as desired! I hope you and your kids love this dessert as much as we do! Nutrition Facts Crunchy Strawberry Popsicles Serves: 8-10 Popsicles Amount Per Serving: 1 Popsicle Calories 466 cal. % Daily Value* Total Fat 17.71 g. 26.2% Saturated Fat 27.2 % 135% Trans Fat 0 Cholesterol 0 mg. 0% Sodium 72 mg. 3% Total Carbohydrate 74.92 g. 24.7% Dietary Fiber 4.3 g. 16% Sugars 59.71 g. Protein 7.67 g. Vitamin A 197 IU. Vitamin C 19 mg. Calcium 122 mg. Iron 1.76 mg. * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Dr. Dina Kulik © 2023 Copyright: DrDina.ca All rights reserved. https://drdina.ca/crunchy-strawberry-popsicles-healthy-dessert-ideas/

 FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Is vanilla ice cream healthy?

Ice cream is delicious and is a favorite for many, including me! It might be worth considering how much sugar, calories, or artificial ingredients are really in your favorite flavor. So give it some consideration before you indulge your inner sweet tooth.

Is dark chocolate healthy?

When you’re looking for a heart-healthy chocolate treat, look no further than dark chocolates. Studies show that these treats can help reduce blood pressure and lower your risk of developing heart disease!

Is maple syrup a healthy sugar substitute?

Pure maple syrup is filled with sugar. Like refined sugar, maple syrup will also spike insulin levels and can leave you feeling hungry shortly after that. Maple Syrup cannot objectively be labeled “healthy.”

Is brown sugar healthier than regular sugar?

Brown sugar is just white sugar with molasses, but it won’t provide any health benefits. In fact, your intake of all types of sugars should be limited for optimal wellness!

Enjoy!