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Keep #HealthyAndHydrated this season with these fresh fruit pops enhanced with coconut milk and Emergen-C. They are easy to make and perfect to have on hand all summer long!
It is a familiar sensation, instantly recognizable as one of life’s unavoidable quandaries. There are tasks that requiring finishing, responsibilities that must be met, and no matter how many we complete, more present themselves. Often times it seems as though there just aren’t enough hours in these terminally short days of ours, even as the daylight itself grows longer with the onset of summer.
Yet, there is simply no time to slow down, not even as the increasingly balmy days beckon us to do so. In fact, we need to keep going all the more, to increase the amount of activity that we indulge in order to keep pace not just with our responsibilities, but with the sun-baked activities that summer itself blissfully demands of us. As a result, morning (afternoon and evening) coffee simply will not cut it anymore. Instead, now we need to stay hydrated as we move from work to beach barbeques to media events to swimming, and then back again. Whether it’s in between writing content and gliding off in the kayak, or attending a wine tasting and then getting in that sunset run, downtime is never an option, and neither is failing to stay hydrated and energized.
It is for exactly that reason that one of the things I make sure to keep on hand during the summer season is Emergen-C and Dasani water, particularly at Walgreens, where during the month of June if I buy one Emergen-C 30ct, I get one free liter of Dasani.
However, far be it from me to be content with merely mixing and drinking the two, I require something more along the lines of a treat. Instead, I like something that I can enjoy while working at my desk, but that will also fit seamlessly into an afternoon or late evening of summer fun, whether at the end of a lunch party, or during an outdoor workout.
To achieve this, I rely on something that says ‘summer’ better than almost anything else – popsicles.
To create my popsicles of choice, I combine coconut milk, sliced strawberries, peaches, and lemon, along with a packet of Emergen-C, to create a versatile medley of seasonal flavors, balancing sweetness and freshness with no added sugar.
An energizing blend of seven B vitamins, and more vitamin C than ten oranges, these popsicles will not only help keep me energized, but will support my immune system throughout the day, while also restoring key electrolytes after a heated summer workout.
What are some of your favorite summer recipes? How do you build nutrition and hydration into some of your favorite seasonal treats? We would love to hear from you.
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Emergen-C Fruit Pops
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup strawberries - sliced
- 2 peaches - sliced
- 1/4 lemon - sliced - without skin
- 1 packet of orange Emergen-C C
Instructions
- Combine all of the above in a food processor and process until creamy.
- Fill freezer pops and place in freezer until set.
Notes
*Prep time does NOT include inactive prep time.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
xo
Jerry E. Beuterbaugh says
Okay, some health foods might be worth giving a try.
AnnMarie says
These sound refreshing! I will have to pull the popsicle mold out from when my son was a little boy! Thanks for the recipe!
Manila Spoon says
That's the perfect summer snack for the kiddos! Healthy and delish!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
What a fabulous way to sneak this in to the kiddos snacks!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
What a great way to hide the Emergen-C and keep everyone healthy and happy 🙂
Felicity K. says
Why would you need to hide it - does it taste bad?
allie@Through Her Looking Glass says
Wahoo--- love these popsicles Catherine. Forget the kids. I want these. OK, OK. I'll share with the kids too. Great inspiration for everyone! 🙂
Comedy Plus says
Oh these look fabulous for summer. What a healthy and refreshing way to stay hydrated.
Have a fabulous day Catherine. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
Roz @ La Bella Vita Cucina says
Now those are some beautiful, healthy, and delicious popsicles! What a great idea for 'healthifying' a childhood favorite of mine! Thank you so much Catherine!
Blessings,
Roz
Becky | The Cookie Rookie says
This is literally genius. LOVE!
Michelle@healthiersteps says
This is such a smart idea, will be making these for sure!
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
A perfect summer cooler!
nipponnin says
I feel refreshed just reading the recipe! I would like to make these for my light afternoon snack...fun!
April J Harris says
What a fabulous idea! I often use Emergen-C sachets to help me feel great and keep up with our busy lifestyle. Your fruit pops are such a deliciously different way to use them - and perfect to help me keep cool on hot summer days too! Thank you for sharing them with us at the Hearth and Soul hop.
Andrea Kruse says
Today has been a warm one, and these look perfect! Love your flavor combo with orange, strawberry and peach. Thanks for sharing your recipe. #client
Cindy says
Our sweet splurge is a Healthy Choice fudge pop...these look amazing! Pinned!
Thanks so much for shairng at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Diana Rambles says
Great idea!
Jerri says
You popsicles look delicious! Thanks for linking up with me for Friday Favorites. I'm featuring you this week.