By Becky Hardin
Published May 25, 2018
Red White and Blue Popsicles are the perfect cute, festive, sweet treat for the 4th of July! These fun and tasty treats are so cute and easy to make. These colorful Smoothie Pops are healthy too! I used Greek Yogurt, fresh fruit, and raw organic sugar to keep them fresh and light, while still being super yummy. Healthy Homemade popsicles are so much fun for summer!
Red White and Blue Popsicles
Red white and blue popsicles are the best 4th of July recipe , and these homemade popsicles are healthy too!
I’m a total sucker for cute popsicles, and these Red White and Blue Popsicles are my absolute favorite. I love that they’re fun, festive, EASY, and also pretty healthy. The best of all worlds coming together just in time for the 4th of July! Yay!
Homemade popsicles are such a fun treat to prepare all summer long, not just for holidays. And they’re easier to make than you might think. This healthy homemade popsicle recipe is filled with good ingredients that taste delicious, plus they’re actually good for you too. Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, and organic sugar make for a simple, sweet, and healthy treat!
Learn how to make homemade popsicles and make them all summer long for any party, celebration, or just because! There’s never a bad time for a little treat.
Red White and Blue Popsicles are the ultimate 4th of July party treat! These Healthy Homemade Popsicles are so pretty, and they make the perfect snack all summer long.
Healthy Homemade Popsicles Recipe
I made these healthy homemade popsicles using fresh and simple ingredients, and that’s why they taste so good! There’s nothing quite as refreshing as fresh fruit on a summer day.
Here’s all the ingredients you need to make these Red White and Blue Popsicles:
- Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Strawberries
- Fresh Blueberries
- 1 Banana
- Sugar
You’ll also need some popsicle sticks and popsicle molds to make these smoothie pops, and if you want to create brighter colors, you can add in some food coloring too (but it’s not necessary).
I’ve mentioned In the Raw before. It’s one of my very favorite and most used brands, and I’m so honored to be partnering with them this year to bring you healthier twists on some of my favorite recipes. I used their Monk Fruit In the Raw for my Chocolate Covered Strawberry Frozen Yogurt, and their Agave In the Raw for my Strawberry Jalapeño Margaritas.
For these sweet pops I used Sugar In the Raw Organic White. It might just be my favorite product in their line. It’s organic, non-GMO certified, and 100% unbleached. It’s the perfect substitution for any recipe that calls for sugar. Literally perfect for so many occasions.
Red White and Blue Popsicles for the 4th of July!
These Red White and Blue Popsicles are so perfect for the 4th of July or Memorial Day. I love serving colorful, red white and blue foods during these holidays, so these homemade popsicles are a great addition.They look so nice along with fresh fruit bowls, holiday punch recipes, and other icy treats.
The best part about these healthy homemade popsicles is that you can feel good about serving them to your loved ones. They’re filled with light, fresh, healthy ingredients that everyone will love. No guilty pleasure dessert here! It’s all made with love and so good to eat. I hope you love them as much as we do!
If you’re looking for another red, white, and blue treat, try these Margarita Slushies .
How to Make Homemade Popsicles
If you’re just learning how to make homemade popsicles, here are a few tips to keep in mind while making these Red White and Blue Popsicles:
- Make sure you have all your ingredients at hand, as well as a popsicle mold
- You will need to freeze each layer (color) for about 2 hours before moving on to the next one
- So, you’ll want to add in your first layer to each popsicle mold, freeze, then come back and add each 2nd layer, and so on
- Make sure your homemade popsicles are fully frozen before serving
- Serve them on a tray or bowl of ice to keep them cool throughout the party
- Add a bit of food coloring to brighten the colors
Aren’t these Red White and Blue Popsicles just the cutest! I first made them back in 2015 and I can’t wait to make them again this year now that Henry is old enough to enjoy them. He’s going to love the colors, love the healthy flavors, and love helping in the kitchen.
If it’s EASY popsicles or ice cream treats you crave, check out these favorites:
- Mint Chip Ice Cream Pie
- Margarita Popsicles
- Lazy Day Ice Cream Cake
- Chocolate Banana Malt Milkshake
- Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream Pie
You definitely need to make these festive Red White and Blue Popsicles for your 4th of July celebrations this summer! It’s such a cute, fun, healthy treat to serve. These healthy homemade popsicles are just so tasty and refreshing!
See the recipe card below for details on how to make Red White and Blue Popsicles. Enjoy!
If you’re looking for more healthy snacks & desserts, try out these recipes:
- Skinny Cheese Dip Recipe
- Avocado Fries
- Gluten Free Lemon Bars
- Rainbow Pepper Hummus Dip
- Apple Sauce Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Glowing Skin Smoothie
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 cup chopped strawberries 167 grams
- ▢ 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar 18 grams, divided
- ▢ ¾ cup water 170 grams, divided
- ▢ 3 cups plain greek yogurt 681 grams, divided
- ▢ Red and blue food coloring optional
- ▢ 1 cup blueberries 170 grams
- ▢ 1 banana chopped
Instructions
- Blend the strawberries with ½ tablespoon sugar and ¼ cup water. Pulse until well combined. Add 1 cup Greek yogurt and blend until fully smooth. Add 3 drops red food coloring if you would like the color to be a bit more vibrant; totally optional. Set aside. Keep refrigerated until use. 1 cup chopped strawberries, 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar, ¾ cup water, Red and blue food coloring, 3 cups plain greek yogurt
- Repeat steps with each type of fruit, using blue food coloring with the blueberries if you want the color to be a bit more blue, again, optional. 1 cup blueberries, 1 banana
- Start by adding a layer of blueberry mixture to the bottom of each popsicle mold. Add popsicle sticks (if your mold doesn’t come with them) and allow layer to freeze for about 2 hours. Follow with layer of either banana or strawberry, alternating if you wish. Allow this layer to freeze as well before adding your final layer.
- Allow pops to freeze fully before serving.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- High Powered Blender
- Popsicle Mold
Becky’s Tips
- For a bit more sweetness, use vanilla Greek yogurt.
- You can change up the fruit flavors by using raspberries in place of the strawberries and blackberries in place of the blueberries.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Red White and Blue Popsicles
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- High Powered Blender
- Popsicle Mold
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped strawberries 167 grams
- 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar 18 grams, divided
- ¾ cup water 170 grams, divided
- 3 cups plain greek yogurt 681 grams, divided
- Red and blue food coloring optional
- 1 cup blueberries 170 grams
- 1 banana chopped
Instructions
- Blend the strawberries with ½ tablespoon sugar and ¼ cup water. Pulse until well combined. Add 1 cup Greek yogurt and blend until fully smooth. Add 3 drops red food coloring if you would like the color to be a bit more vibrant; totally optional. Set aside. Keep refrigerated until use. 1 cup chopped strawberries, 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar, ¾ cup water, Red and blue food coloring, 3 cups plain greek yogurt
- Repeat steps with each type of fruit, using blue food coloring with the blueberries if you want the color to be a bit more blue, again, optional. 1 cup blueberries, 1 banana
- Start by adding a layer of blueberry mixture to the bottom of each popsicle mold. Add popsicle sticks (if your mold doesn’t come with them) and allow layer to freeze for about 2 hours. Follow with layer of either banana or strawberry, alternating if you wish. Allow this layer to freeze as well before adding your final layer.
- Allow pops to freeze fully before serving.
Notes
- For a bit more sweetness, use vanilla Greek yogurt.
- You can change up the fruit flavors by using raspberries in place of the strawberries and blackberries in place of the blueberries.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
