Frozen Yogurt Covered Fruit Pops!

It’s always nice to step out of your routine from time to time, even when it comes to breakfast and snacks.  Try this yummy treat at your KES Club or at home, it’s not only fun and delicious but it’s fairly simple to make.  Get your children involved if you can, they will enjoy being a part of the meal prep process.  Enjoy!

Ingredients (serves 12)

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 Tablespoon honey
• Large freezable fruit such as: bananas, kiwi, strawberries, mango
• Cake-pop or thick lollipop sticks, 6″ long
• Toppings such as: granola, coconut (optional)

Directions

In a bowl, combine yogurt and honey. Place the bowl in the freezer for 5 minutes to thicken back up.  Slice fruit into large slices that will fit on a stick.  Keep strawberries whole.  Prep the desired toppings and place on a plate or in separate bowls.  Insert sticks into fruit.  Dip fruit into yogurt using a spoon to help spread the yogurt over the fruit.  Sprinkle desired topping over the yogurt covered fruit.  Place the dipped fruit pops on a baking sheet covered with wax paper or parchment paper. Place in the freezer for 2 hours or until the yogurt is frozen.  Remove from the freezer and serve.  Enjoy!

Recipe retrieved from: https://steelehousekitchen.com/frozen-yogurt-covered-fruit-pops

Janel Genge is a registered dietitian with Kids Eat Smart Foundation Newfoundland and Labrador