Can I make these popsicles without a food processor?

Absolutely. If you don’t have a food processor, simply mash the berries by hand or use a blender. You’ll get a more rustic texture, but the flavor will still be delicious.

What kind of yogurt works best?

Low-fat plain yogurt keeps things light and lets the fruit shine, but Greek yogurt adds extra creaminess. For a dairy-free version, use coconut or almond-based yogurt—you won’t miss the dairy at all.

Can I use frozen fruit?

Yes! Frozen berries work wonderfully. Just thaw them first so they blend smoothly and help everything freeze evenly.

How do I prevent ice crystals in the popsicles?

Using enough sugar and yogurt helps keep the texture creamy. Also, make sure your mixtures are well blended, and eat the popsicles within two weeks for the best experience.

Red White And Blue Firecracker Popsicles Recipe

Description

Red White and Blue Firecracker Popsicles are a festive, healthy, and refreshing frozen treat, perfect for summer or patriotic celebrations. Made with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and creamy low-fat yogurt, these popsicles are visually stunning and bursting with natural fruit flavors. They’re easy to make, requiring just a few wholesome ingredients and no artificial colors.

Ingredients

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Fruit Purees

1/2 pound strawberries, hulled and quartered (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 pound blueberries (about 1 1/2 cups)

Sweetener

1/4 cup sugar, divided

Yogurt Layer

1 1/4 cups low-fat plain yogurt

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Instructions

Puree the Strawberries: In a food processor fitted with the metal blade, puree the hulled and quartered strawberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and set aside.
Puree the Blueberries: In the food processor, puree the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar until well blended. Set this aside in a separate small bowl.
Prepare the Yogurt Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the low-fat plain yogurt with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar until smooth and creamy.
Layer the Mixtures: Pour the strawberry puree, yogurt mixture, and blueberry puree alternately into popsicle molds. Aim for 3 to 5 thin layers in each mold to create a striped, firecracker effect.
Swirl for a Marbled Effect: Use a skewer to gently swirl the mixtures together in an up-and-down motion to achieve a pleasing marbled pattern without fully mixing the colors.
Freeze: Insert popsicle sticks into the molds and freeze until the popsicles are completely solid, which will take about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

Notes

For the best swirl pattern, avoid over-mixing when swirling with the skewer.
You can substitute vanilla yogurt for plain yogurt if you prefer extra sweetness.
Fresh or frozen berries can both be used, but thaw frozen berries before pureeing.
To easily release the popsicles, briefly run the mold under warm water before unmolding.
Adjust sugar to taste based on the sweetness of your fruit.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 popsicle
Calories: 60
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 0.5g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 2mg