High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
Creamy, refreshing Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles are the perfect summer treat. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting the perfect creamy texture. The fresh, sweet mango flavor will make your taste buds dance. Try them with my Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for a complete summer meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad and Easy Homemade Vegan Salami Recipe.
Why This High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer Is Pure Comfort
- Packed with protein for a satisfying summer treat
- Creamy texture that melts in your mouth
- Easy to make with just a few ingredients
- Perfect for cooling down on hot summer days
What You'll Need for High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Mangoes: Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Popsicle Molds — Ensures even freezing and easy removal → See on Amazon
- Immersion Blender — Blends ingredients smoothly for a creamy texture → See on Amazon
How to Make High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
- Step 1: Peel and dice the mangoes. You should have about 2 cups of diced mango.
- Step 2: In a blender, combine the diced mango, Greek yogurt, honey, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving some room at the top for expansion. Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
- Step 4: Remove the popsicles from the molds and enjoy immediately or store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Cook's Tips for Perfect High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
- Common mistake and fix: If your popsicles are hard to remove from the molds, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds to help release them.
- Pro tip: For an extra boost of protein, you can add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the blender.
- Pro tip: To make these popsicles ahead of time, simply store them in an airtight container in the freezer until ready to serve.
Storing & Reheating High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in the freezer until ready to serve. Make-ahead tip: Can be made up to 1 week ahead of time.
Freezing High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
No need to freeze as they are already frozen.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable. Microwave: Not applicable.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a tropical twist, add a tablespoon of coconut extract to the blender.
- Best substitution: If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use regular yogurt or even coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version.
- Make-ahead: These popsicles can be made up to 1 week ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to make more popsicles.
- Troubleshooting: If your popsicles are not freezing, make sure your freezer is set to 0°F (-18°C) or lower.
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High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup milk
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and dice the mangoes. You should have about 2 cups of diced mango.
- Step 2: In a blender, combine the diced mango, Greek yogurt, honey, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving some room at the top for expansion. Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
- Step 4: Remove the popsicles from the molds and enjoy immediately or store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a tropical twist, add a tablespoon of coconut extract to the blender.
- Best substitution: If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use regular yogurt or even coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version.
- Make-ahead: These popsicles can be made up to 1 week ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to make more popsicles.
- Troubleshooting: If your popsicles are not freezing, make sure your freezer is set to 0°F (-18°C) or lower.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
- Freezer: No need to freeze as they are already frozen.
- Oven reheat: Not applicable.
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable.
- Make ahead: Can be made up to 1 week ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer FAQs
Yes, these popsicles can be made up to 1 week ahead of time and stored in the freezer until ready to serve.
If your popsicles are icy, it's likely because the mixture was not blended well enough or the freezer temperature was too high. Make sure to blend the mixture until smooth and freeze at 0°F (-18°C) or lower.
Yes, you can use frozen mango for this recipe. Simply thaw the mango before blending.
If you don't have a popsicle mold, you can use small paper cups or even ice cube trays. Just make sure to leave some room at the top for expansion.
To remove the popsicles from the molds, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds to help release them.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try High Protein Mango Greek Yogurt Popsicles for Summer and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
