Got ripe bananas lying around? Don't let them go to waste! Whip up some Sugar Free Banana Popsicles. Who needs store bought popsicles when you can make your own banana-licious creation?
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Are you craving a delicious and healthy frozen treat? Look no further than homemade sugar free banana popsicles! All you need is ripe bananas, plain Greek yogurt, honey, and a touch of vanilla extract.
So, skip the store bought options, gather your ingredient and get ready to make a batch today!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This recipe requires just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort.
- These banana popsicles are not only delicious but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin C.
- Making your own popsicles at home is a budget friendly alternative to store bought options.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Ripe Bananas: Bananas not only provide a natural sweetness but also offer a creamy texture to the popsicles.
- Plain Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt adds a creamy and tangy element.
- Honey: This natural sweetener brings a touch of sweetness to the popsicles without using refined sugars.
- Vanilla Extract: A dash of vanilla extract enhances the overall taste.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Peel the bananas and cut them into small chunks.
Step 2: In a blender or food processor, combine the bananas, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
Step 4: Insert popsicle sticks into the molds, ensuring they are centered.
Step 5: Place the molds in the freezer and let them freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely solid.
Step 6: Once the popsicles are frozen, remove them from the molds. Gently pull the popsicles out.
NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!
Expert Tips
- Ripe bananas are sweeter and softer, making them easier to blend and creating a smoother texture in the popsicles.
- If you prefer sweeter popsicles, you can add more honey to the mixture.
- For a creamy and consistent texture, blend the banana mixture until it's completely smooth.
- When removing the frozen popsicles from the molds, briefly dip the bottom of the molds in warm water. This helps loosen the popsicles and makes them easier to remove without any sticking.
Variations
- Chocolate: Add cocoa powder or melted chocolate to the banana mixture before blending.
- Nutty: Stir in crushed nuts like almonds, walnuts, or peanuts into the banana mixture before freezing.
- Tropical: Blend in other tropical fruits like mangoes, pineapples, or passion fruit with the bananas for a a burst of tropical flavors.
- Peanut Butter: Swirl in some creamy peanut butter into the banana mixture.
Storing
Once the popsicles are fully frozen, remove them from the molds and place them in an airtight container. If you prefer, you can individually wrap each popsicle in plastic wrap or parchment paper before storing them in the container. This makes it easier to grab a single popsicle without them sticking together. Store in the freezer for about 2 to 3 months.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use frozen bananas. Frozen bananas will add extra creaminess to the popsicles. Just make sure to thaw them slightly before blending.
Absolutely! You can use flavored yogurt like vanilla, strawberry, or coconut yogurt for added flavor variations.
Absolutely! You can get creative and add other fruits, such as strawberries, blueberries, or mangoes, to the mixture for added flavors.
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Special Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and cut them into small chunks.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the bananas, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
- Insert popsicle sticks into the molds, ensuring they are centered.
- Place the molds in the freezer and let them freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely solid.
- Once the popsicles are frozen, remove them from the molds. Gently pull the popsicles out.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade banana popsicles!
Notes
- Ripe bananas are sweeter and softer, making them easier to blend and creating a smoother texture in the popsicles.
- If you prefer sweeter popsicles, you can add more honey to the mixture.
- For a creamy and consistent texture, blend the banana mixture until it's completely smooth.
- When removing the frozen popsicles from the molds, briefly dip the bottom of the molds in warm water. This helps loosen the popsicles and makes them easier to remove without any sticking.
- Storing: Once the popsicles are fully frozen, remove them from the molds and place them in an airtight container. If you prefer, you can individually wrap each popsicle in plastic wrap or parchment paper before storing them in the container. This makes it easier to grab a single popsicle without them sticking together. Store in the freezer for about 2 to 3 months.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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