Cool down this summer with these simple and refreshing 4 Ingredient Blueberry Yogurt Popsicles! They’re a little sweet and a little tart, creamy, and absolutely delicious. Both kids and adults will love them!
Thank you to the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council for sponsoring this post! As always, all blueberry-loving opinions are 100% my own.
In the middle of summer, it gets pretty hot and humid in South Florida. I’m not a huge fan of extreme heat and on most days, I tend to go from my air conditioned home to my air conditioned car to my air conditioned job!
But then there are the days when it’s unavoidable spending long hours outdoors in the sun. On hot days like that, there are few things more tempting than a refreshing, ice-cold drink or frozen treat. Some of my favorites are my Healthy Peach Frozen Yogurt, Watermelon Agua Fresca and Blueberry Granita with Coconut Whipped Cream.
And now I'm so excited to share my 4 Ingredient Blueberry Yogurt Popsicles with you. They’re a little sweet and a little tart, creamy, and absolutely delicious. They're the perfect tasty treats to cool down with!
Why You'll Love These Popsicles
- You only need 4 ingredients to make them- so easy!
- They're made with nutritious, wholesome ingredients
- They're perfect to cool down with in the summer
- They're great for kids and adults
Doctor's Tips
The stars of these blueberry yogurt popsicles are the beautiful blueberries. Their anthocyanin content gives them a lovely blue color that infuses the popsicles with a beautiful pattern.
You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries in these popsicles. Frozen blueberries actually contain the same vitamins and minerals as fresh blueberries because they’re quick-frozen at the peak of ripeness.
At only 80 calories per cup, blueberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of fiber too, which helps keep you feeling full and satisfied.
How Long Do Blueberries Last?
Blueberries can be left out at room temperature if you're going to eat them that day. Otherwise, store them in the refrigerator.
Fresh blueberries typically last about 10-14 days in the fridge. To help preserve them as long as possible, don't wash the berries until you're ready to eat them. Moisture promotes bacterial growth so try to keep them as dry as possible.
Blueberries can also be frozen for longer storage. Frozen blueberries will last about 6 months.
Ingredients
- Blueberries- you can use fresh or frozen blueberries
- Vanilla yogurt- I like to use vanilla Greek yogurt. Choose whole milk yogurt or 2% yogurt rather than 0% fat. The fat content makes the popsicles creamy and helps prevent them from getting too icy.
- Milk- I add just a few tablespoons of milk to thin the mixture out so that it's easy to pour into the popsicle molds. Any type of milk will work.
- Honey- you can substitute agave nectar or maple syrup depending on your preference.
How to Make Blueberry Yogurt Popsicles
Step 1- Simmer the blueberries in a saucepan with the honey for a few minutes until they start to burst and release their juices. Mash them with a fork to break them up. Cool completely.
Step 2- Mix the yogurt and milk together in a bowl.
Step 3- Gently stir the blueberry mixture into the yogurt. If you want the popsicles to have a lovely swirly pattern, don't over-stir the mixture. If you get too enthusiastic, the popsicles will turn purple (but if that happens, don’t worry- they’ll still taste great).
Step 4- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds. I find that the easiest way to do this is by pouring it in from a measuring cup. Freeze the popsicles at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
To unmold the popsicles, run the mold under warm water for 20-30 seconds. Alternatively, you can fill a pan or large container with warm water and dip the popsicle mold in for 20-30 seconds. Then, hold the popsicle stick and gently pull upwards to remove the popsicle.
So sit back, relax, put your feet up, and enjoy one of these refreshing popsicles. Creamy and sweet with a delightful tanginess- summer never tasted better!
Recipe FAQs
It takes at least 3-4 hours for these popsicles to freeze so I generally freeze them overnight.
First, loosen the popsicles. You can do this by running the mold under warm water for 20-30 seconds. Alternatively, you can fill a pan or large container with warm water and dip the popsicle mold in for 20-30 seconds. Then, hold the popsicle stick and gently pull upwards to remove the popsicle.
These homemade popsicles are best when eaten within 1-2 weeks. The best way to store them is in a resealable freezer bag or an airtight plastic container (separated by wax paper, parchment paper or plastic wrap).
I use this popsicle mold to make these popsicles. However, if you don't have a mold, you can use ice cube trays, small paper cups or a muffin tin lined with foil cupcake wrappers. Pour the popsicle mixture into the mold, cover with aluminum foil and stick a popsicle stick through the foil into the center of each mold. The foil will help hold the sticks in place.
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Recipe
4 Ingredient Blueberry Yogurt Popsicles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- 2 ½ cups vanilla yogurt (Greek or regular), whole milk or 2% fat
- 3-4 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Heat the blueberries and honey together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer several minutes until the blueberries start to burst and release their juices. Mash them a little with a fork leaving some berries whole. Remove from heat and cool.
- Whisk the yogurt and milk together in a bowl. Use just enough milk to thin the yogurt out to a pourable consistency.
- Gently fold the cooled blueberry mixture into the yogurt. To retain a swirly pattern, do not mix it too much (otherwise it will turn purple).
- Spoon the mixture into popsicle molds. Place popsicle sticks into the molds, cover, and freeze for at least 3-4 hours or overnight until solid.
- To unmold, hold the popsicle molds under warm water for 20-30 seconds and then pull the popsicles out.
Natalie @ Obsessive Cooking Disorder says
I made sure to enter! Love the colors in this!!
Brittany Koelmel says
I would love to have blueberry waffles this week!
kat says
Plan to make blueberry watermelon salad and try the blueberry mint limeade recipe!
Kristy from Southern In Law says
So simple and so delicious!
Andie Thueson says
My kids would love these! What a fun way to make popsicles healthier! And blueberries are always a good idea ????
Kari says
Love blueberries in a shrub with rosemary!
Linda says
I use fresh blueberries in pancakes,oatmeal and fruit salad.
Kristina @ Love & Zest says
I am in love with these! They look so good! I will have to get some in my freezer asap!!
Laurajj says
Oh those popsicles look amazing!!! I would love to use blueberries in my yogurt for breakfast! Oh so yummy!
Sarah says
These are too pretty, I don't think I've ever seen a popsicle this beautiful! I could just sit outside right now, relax, and enjoy one (if I had one). First thing I'd do with blueberries is eat a handful (sorry being honest), then make these popsicles, then maybe in some muesli or on a smoothie bowl or whatever the next thing I made was if there were any left.
Christine - Jar Of Lemons says
I typically use blueberries in my yogurt everyday (topped with granola, of course)! But I'd love to try them out in this recipe. These look SO delicious and perfect for this hot weather!
Samantha says
Those colors are just gorgeous, I bet it tastes as wonderful as it looks. I love to put fresh blueberries in my pancakes on the weekend.
Taylor Kiser says
These popsicles are so gorgeous! Love the swirl pattern! I bet these taste so delicious!
Lorie says
The fewer the ingredients, the better! And these are just too pretty not to want to gobble up!
Deryn | Running on Real Food says
I'm in love with the colour of these! They're so beautiful. Do you think it would be okay with coconut or cashew yogurt? Should be fine, I Think?
amanda -runtothefinish says
I've been going crazy with the blueberries lately. Honestly I just like having a little handful all by themselves so I can get the full flavor!
Laura says
I'm totally with you Sonali! I much prefer the cooler weather of fall than the extreme heat in the middle of August in Utah! At least we don't have the crazy humidity here that you have in FL! 😉 BUT when I do need to spend time in the heat these popsicles would definitely make it more enjoyable!
jen says
beautiful, I'm drooling. I would just eat those blueberries right out of the carton! Any leftover on greek yogurt!
Meredith says
These look so delicious! I hope to harvest blueberries off the bush I planted this year.
Susan Christy says
I like to use blueberries in my smoothies.