Strawberry mango popsicles with immune boosting nutrients like vitamin A, C, D, probiotics, and prebiotics! Kid-friendly and can be eaten all year long to fill in those nutritional gaps for cold and flu season.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword popsicles for kids
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
6 hourshours
Total Time 6 hourshours5 minutesminutes
Servings 8servings
Calories 104kcal
Author Alex Evink, MS, RD
Ingredients
2cupsstrawberry or unflavored Lifeway kefir
1cupfrozen mango
1cupstrawberries (may need to add more liquid if using frozen)
2-3tablespoonschia seeds
1/2tablespoonvanilla extract
2-3tablespoonshoney
1scoopvanilla protein powder, optional
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend or puree until smooth. Make sure to shake up the kefir prior to pouring. If the mixture seems too thick, add about 1/2 cup of water. Taste test - if it seems too tangy, add more honey or preferred sweetener.
Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
Refrigerate for at least 5-6 hours or overnight. Dip the popsicle mold into warm water for easy removal. Store in an airtight container in the fridge, separated by parchment paper so they don't stick. Enjoy!
Notes
These popsicles are best consumed within a few weeks. The probiotic potential will decrease the longer the kefir is frozen.
Kefir is tangy, which some people prefer. However, I taste tested with my kids and they wouldn't eat these popsicles without the honey. Therefore, I strongly recommend adding some in.
Nutritional information calculated without protein powder and does not list other micronutrients like vitamin C, A, E, etc. Just an estimation and will vary depending on ingredients and preparation.