Description
Smoothie pops with spinach and banana are a deliciously nutritious treat that turns healthy snacking into a fun experience for kids. These creamy, icy pops blend the sweetness of ripe bananas with the subtle earthiness of fresh spinach, creating a vibrant green delight. Perfect as an after-school snack, they are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite fruits or dairy alternatives. Get ready to satisfy those snack cravings while sneaking in some greens!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach (packed)
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup milk (any variety)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a blender, combine spinach, bananas, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and milk. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
- Taste the mixture; add more sweetener if desired.
- Pour the smoothie mixture into popsicle molds, leaving some space at the top for expansion.
- Insert sticks if your molds have them; if not, cover with aluminum foil and poke sticks through.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours until solid. To serve, run warm water over the outside of the molds for easy release.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes (freezing)
- Category: Snack
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Swap out bananas for mangoes or use kale instead of spinach for variety. Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra nutrition. Store leftover smoothie pops in an airtight container in the freezer.
