These kid-friendly blueberry protein popsicles are not only refreshing enough for a hot summer day, but they’re also nutritious enough to use as an after-school snack, morning popsicle, or post-sports snack! Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess, while blueberries provide natural sweetness, beautiful color, and fresh berry flavor. Kids love it because it tastes like a frozen treat, and parents love how easy it is to make with healthy ingredients.
Why You’ll Love These Blueberry Protein Popsicles
These homemade popsicles are a great alternative to store-bought frozen treats. Naturally sweet and creamy, it’s easy to customize to your family’s preferences.
You’ll love this recipe because:
- made from simple ingredients
- Greek yogurt is full of protein.
- Naturally sweetened with fruit and honey
- It’s perfect as a summer snack.
- Great for breakfast or an after school snack.
- Easy to make ahead
- Kid friendly and refreshing
Tips for the Best Blueberry Protein Popsicles
Try Greek yogurt for creaminess
Greek yogurt adds a creamy texture to popsicles and adds protein without any additional ingredients.
sweeten to taste
If you use plain Greek yogurt, you might want to add a little more honey or maple syrup. If you are using vanilla yogurt, you may need less.
Mix well
For the softest popsicles, mix the blueberries until they are completely broken down. If your kids don’t like the seeds or skins, strain them out before pouring the mixture into the mold.
Do not overfill the mold
The mixture will expand as it freezes, so leave some space at the top.
Let it soften slightly.
Homemade yogurt popsicles can be frozen. For the best creamy texture, let sit at room temperature for 1-2 minutes before serving.
protein powder tips
These popsicles get a lot of their protein from Greek yogurt, so protein powder is optional. If you use protein powder, choose one that has a flavor your family already likes. This is because it affects the taste of the popsicle.
For younger children, you can skip the protein powder and use Greek yogurt to supplement kid-friendly protein.
easy transformation
Blueberry Banana Protein Popsicle
Adding 1 ripe banana before blending adds sweetness and creaminess.
Blueberry Lemon Popsicle
For a bright lemon-blueberry flavor, add 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest.
Blueberry Smoothie Pops
Adding ¼ cup of oats or a tablespoon of nut butter will help you feel fuller.
Mixed Berry Protein Popsicles
Use a mixture of blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
Dairy-Free Blueberry Popsicles
Use dairy-free Greek yogurt and almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
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Kid-Friendly Blueberry Protein Popsicles
These kid-friendly blueberry protein popsicles are refreshing enough for a hot summer day, yet nutritious enough to make a healthy snack!
Serving Size: 8
- 2 cup blueberry fresh or frozen
- 1 1/2 cup Vanilla or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk dairy or vegetable
- 2-3 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds optional
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional
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Add blueberries, Greek yogurt, milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, chia seeds (if using), and protein powder (if using) to blender.Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Taste the mixture before freezing. Frozen treats become slightly less sweet when frozen, so add additional honey or maple syrup if needed.
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Pour the blueberry yogurt mixture evenly into the popsicle mold, leaving some space at the top for expansion. Insert the popsicle stick.
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At least freeze it 4-6 hoursOr until completely hard.
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If you soak the outside of the popsicle mold in warm water for a few seconds, the popsicle will come out easily. Serve immediately.
