Weather getting warmer means kids will be outside more. You can keep them hydrated with popsicles! These Hidden Veggie Power Popsicles have a dirty little secret and I won’t tell your kids if you don’t 😉
Turning the regular goto popsicles into power-providing, healthy snack options for your kids. Make these Hidden Veggie Power Popsicles and say, “Yes”, a lot more this spring and summer when asked for popsicles.
These contain yummy fruit and we sneak in carrots as well. So delicious they won’t even know they are in there.
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Hidden Veggie Power Popsicles
They are kid-approved, tried and true!
What you need
½ c. Orange juice
½ c. Carrot juice
1 c. Mango pieces, frozen
1/2 c. Pineapple pieces, frozen
Popsicle mold
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How to make Hidden Veggie Power Popsicle
Begin by placing 1 cup of frozen mango pieces into the blender.
Add in ½ cup of carrot juice to the blender. If you are not able to find straight carrot juice or cannot make your own, you can substitute a natural veggie/fruit juice blend that contains carrots.
Pour in ½ cup of orange juice.
Mix in the 1/2 cup of frozen pineapple pieces.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pour the popsicle mixture into the molds.
Place the popsicle molds into the freezer for at least a few hours and up to overnight. Once the popsicles have set completely, you can remove them from the freezer to serve. Place the molds under running water to release the popsicles if they are stuck in the mold.
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What You Need
- ½ c. Orange juice
- ½ c. Carrot juice
- 1 c. Mango pieces frozen
- ⅓ c. Pineapple pieces frozen
- Popsicle mold
- Blender
Directions
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Begin by placing 1 cup of frozen mango pieces into the blender.
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Add in ½ cup of carrot juice to the blender. If you are not able to find straight carrot juice or cannot make your own, you can substitute a natural veggie/fruit juice blend that contains carrots.
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Pour in ½ cup of orange juice.
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Mix in the ⅓ cup of frozen pineapple pieces, and blend on high until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Pour the popsicle mixture into the molds.
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Place the popsicle molds into the freezer for at least a few hours and up to overnight. Once the popsicles have set completely, you can remove them from the freezer to serve. Place the molds under running water to release the popsicles if they are stuck in the mold.
Ann Snook-Moreau says
What a smart way to sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet! I don’t have kids but I’m considering making these for myself when the weather finally gets warm haha.
Heather says
This is a great way to enjoy fruit and stay hydrated this summer and know what’s in the food you are giving your kids.
Stephanie Pass says
These look amazing! I love being able to hide veggies into things my kids never know about. Makes me feel good that they are eating something good for them.
Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says
I have always been a huge fan of making my own popsicles for the little ones. It is super healthy and less sugar than the ones you purchase from the store. I am going to have to try these ones.
Marysa says
I love this combination you used! It is starting to warm up and my kids love popsicles. This would be fun to make too.
Ruth I. says
Oh wow. This is a great idea. We want my niece to eat healthier but she doesn’t like vegetables. I will definitely try this.
Lisa Marie Heath says
We used to make these for my son when he was younger! It was a slightly different recipe – but it worked so well! He loved having them when he wasn’t feeling well
Cindy Gordon says
Yes! This is such a great idea. Making fresh and healthy treats for my kids is very important!
Destany says
Smart! When my son was younger I used to finely shred carrots in pasta sauce and cauliflower in mac and cheese! It was the only way haha!
Lynndee says
Oh, wow! This treat would be so perfect for my picky son. 🙂 Thank you for sharing this brilliant recipe idea.
Ice Cream n Sticky Fingers says
These popsciles sound delicious. I love that they are made using healthy ingredients too. Ill have to give these a try.