Description

Have you ever wondered how to make a dessert that’s as refreshing as a summer breeze and looks like a tiny American flag? These Red White and Blueberry Popsicles are the answer! With vibrant red, white, and blue layers made from fresh berries and creamy yogurt, they’re perfect for 4th of July, summer picnics, or any hot day.

Ingredients

Scale

A batch of Red White and Blueberry Popsicles needs just a few simple, wholesome ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for about 6-8 popsicles (depending on mold size):

Raspberries:
- 1 heaping cup raspberries
- Why it matters: Raspberries create a bright red layer with sweet-tart flavor.
- Substitutions: Use strawberries or cherries for a similar red color.
Blueberries:
- 1 cup blueberries
- Why it matters: Blueberries make a vibrant blue (or purple) layer full of antioxidants.
- Substitutions: Blackberries work, but may need extra yogurt for a brighter blue.
Yogurt:
- 1 cup vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt
- Why it matters: Greek yogurt adds a creamy white layer and protein-packed nutrition.
- Substitutions: Use plain Greek yogurt with a touch of honey or sugar-free vanilla yogurt. Dairy-free yogurt works for vegan pops.
Optional Extras:
- Water (to thin purees)
- Blue food coloring (if blueberries are too purple)
- Why it matters: Helps achieve pourable textures and perfect colors.
- Substitutions: Use milk or yogurt to thin instead of water for creamier layers.

Tip: Choose fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor and color. Frozen berries work too—just thaw slightly before blending.

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Instructions

Step 1: Puree the Berries

In a small food processor or blender, puree 1 heaping cup raspberries until smooth. Pour into a small measuring cup with a spout. Thin with a tiny bit of water if needed to make it pourable.
Rinse the processor or blender, then puree 1 cup blueberries until smooth. Pour into another measuring cup with a spout. If the puree is too purple, add a drop of blue food coloring or a bit of yogurt to brighten it. Thin with water or yogurt if needed.
- Tip: Keep purees in the fridge when not using to stay cool and fresh.

Step 2: Prep the Yogurt

Pour 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt into a third measuring cup with a spout. Thin with a small amount of water to make it pourable, like a thick smoothie.
- Tip: Stir well to ensure the yogurt pours smoothly. Chill in the fridge when not using.

Step 3: Layer the Blue Layer

Pour a small amount of blueberry puree into the bottom of each popsicle mold (about 1-2 tbsp, depending on mold size). Aim for a thin layer to start.
Place the mold in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Tip: Check the mold’s side to gauge layer thickness. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect—rustic is charming!

Step 4: Add the Yogurt Layer

Remove the mold from the freezer. Pour a thin layer of yogurt (about 1-2 tbsp) over the frozen blueberry layer in each mold.
Cover the mold with foil and insert popsicle sticks, pushing them slightly into the frozen blueberry layer to stand straight.
Freeze for another hour, or until solid.
- Tip: Use a popsicle stick to clean any drips inside the mold for neat layers.

Step 5: Add the Raspberry Layer

Remove the foil. Pour a thin layer of raspberry puree over the frozen yogurt layer.
Freeze for another hour, or until firm.
- Tip: Pour slowly to avoid mixing layers. Scrape drips with a popsicle stick.

Step 6: Repeat Layers

Continue alternating yogurt, blueberry, and raspberry layers until the molds are full, freezing each layer for at least 1 hour before adding the next.
Clean any drips after each layer for tidy stripes.
- Tip: Layers don’t need to be perfectly even—variations add to the homemade charm!

Step 7: Unmold and Serve

Once fully frozen (about 4 hours total), fill a sink with hot water. Dip the mold up to the lip (not over the top) for 5-10 seconds.
Gently pull the popsicles out. If they stick, dip again briefly.
Serve immediately or wrap each pop in waxed paper or a baggie and return to the freezer.
- Tip: Keep pops in the mold until ready to serve to avoid melting.