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Honeyed Peach and Blueberry Pops

Browse the recipe Honeyed Peach and Blueberry Pops

Popsicles are a staple in these hot summer months. I can't really imagine sitting at the pool as a child without a popsicle hanging from my little mouth. But what I didn't realize in those days was the environmental footprint of the popsicles that I was addicted to. Think about it, popsicles come in a box, they are individually packaged in plastic, they are trucked from who knows where, and that truck has to have a continually running freezer built in. The bottom line: I can hardly imagine the carbon footprint from just one measly pop. But don't fret because I wouldn't dream of asking you to give them up, but rather consider making your own with fresh local ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

Honeyed Peach and Blueberry Pops:
2 cups	local peaches, peeled, cored
1 tbsp	water
1 tbsp	raw local honey
1	pint local blueberries
1/4 tsp	sea salt
Homemade Fudge Pops:
3 cups	local organic milk
1/2 cup	organic chocolate milk powder
2 tbsp	malted milk powder
2 tbsp	raw honey

PREPARATION:

Honeyed Peach and Blueberry Pops:

Throw the peaches into the blender and add 1 tbsp of water. Blend until it's pureed.
Add honey, blueberries, salt, and blend.
Either buy popsicle molds to use over and over again or just use an ice cube tray that you have on hand.
Cut popsicles sticks into two pieces. Make sure that they are not splintered at all.
Insert each popsicle stick into the cube and freeze for about 2 hours.
You can also do other combinations to ensure that the recipe remains seasonal and fresh. Try using the same amounts of pureed strawberries and blueberries. You could also make the recipe with all blueberries and blend 2 tbsp of mint into the puree for an added fresh flavor.

Homemade Fudge Pops:

In a blender combine the milk, chocolate milk powder, malt powder, and honey and blend well.
Pour into a popsicle mold with lids, insert wooden sticks, and then freeze.
Via: Food Network
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This recipe appears in: Fruit Desserts