Keto Layered Strawberry Green Smoothie Pops
Colorful frozen pops featuring alternating layers of strawberry-vanilla and spinach-lime yogurt mixtures. The sweet strawberry layers mask any vegetable taste while the spinach adds nutrition and vibrant green color. Perfect for sneaking vegetables into kids' treats or as a refreshing summer snack. Uses paper cups and craft sticks for easy homemade ice pops that freeze in about 6 hours total with layering time.
Ingredients
- 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait Original yogurt French vanilla
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait Original yogurt Key lime pie
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, packed
- ¼ cup apple juice
Instructions
- 1
Blend French vanilla yogurt and strawberries until smooth
- 2
Spoon 2 tablespoons strawberry mixture into each of 5 paper cups
- 3
Cover cups with foil and insert craft stick into center of each pop
- 4
Refrigerate remaining strawberry mixture and freeze pops about 2 hours until frozen
- 5
Blend Key lime pie yogurt, spinach and apple juice until smooth
- 6
Remove foil from frozen pops and pour about 1 1/2 tablespoons spinach mixture over frozen strawberry layer
- 7
Refrigerate remaining spinach mixture and return foil to support sticks
- 8
Freeze about 2 hours until frozen
- 9
Repeat with remaining strawberry and spinach layers, freezing at least 2 hours between layers
Tips
Use 5-oz paper cups and cover with foil to create homemade pop molds with craft sticks
Freeze each layer completely before adding the next to maintain distinct color separation
Good to Know
Keep frozen for up to 2 weeks in freezer
Can make layers 1-2 days in advance, adding new layers when ready
Run warm water over cup briefly to release pops easily
Common Mistakes
Don't skip freezing time between layers or colors will blend together
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Use coconut yogurt for dairy-free version
General Alternatives
Adds fresh citrus flavor
FAQ
Can I use ice pop molds instead of paper cups?
Yes, fill ice pop molds according to manufacturer's directions, freezing each layer completely before adding the next layer.
How long do these pops keep in the freezer?
Store frozen pops for up to 2 weeks. Wrap individually in plastic wrap after fully frozen to prevent freezer burn.
Can I taste the spinach in these pops?
No, the strawberry and vanilla flavors mask the spinach taste completely while the apple juice helps blend the green layer smoothly.