Layered Watermelon Popsicles
These eye-catching layered watermelon popsicles look just like real watermelon slices! Made with fresh kiwi "rind," creamy yogurt "pith," and juicy watermelon "flesh" complete with chocolate chip "seeds," they're a healthy, refreshing summer treat kids and adults will love.
Equipment
- Popsicle molds with sticks
- Blender or food processor
- Small Bowl
- Spoon or small spatula
- timer
Ingredients
- 2 ripe kiwis peeled
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat or 2%
- 1 –2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for yogurt
- 2 cups diced watermelon seedless
- Mini chocolate chips for the "seeds"
Instructions
- Blend peeled kiwis until smooth. Spoon 1-2 teaspoons into the bottom of each popsicle mold. Freeze for 15-20 minutes.
- Mix Greek yogurt with optional sweetener. Add 1-2 teaspoons over the kiwi layer. Freeze for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend watermelon until smooth. Pour into molds, leaving ¼ inch at the top. Add chocolate chips for "seeds."
- Insert popsicle sticks and freeze 4-6 hours or overnight.
- To unmold, run under warm water for a few seconds and gently pull by the sticks.
Notes
Ensure each layer is firm before adding the next
Use very ripe fruit for natural sweetness
Position some chocolate chips near the sides for visibility
For stuck popsicle sticks, freeze the top layer for 30-60 minutes before inserting
Use very ripe fruit for natural sweetness
Position some chocolate chips near the sides for visibility
For stuck popsicle sticks, freeze the top layer for 30-60 minutes before inserting
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