Vanilla-Orange Freezer Pops

From EatingWell: July/August 2009 — Subscribe Now!

These creamy vanilla-flavored orange juice pops will transport you back to the days of standing in line at the ice cream truck. Add a couple drops each of yellow and red natural food dye to give them a more vivid orange color.

About 10 (3-ounce) freezer pops

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Profile

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups orange juice
1 1/2 cups low-fat vanilla yogurt
1-2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

Whisk orange juice, yogurt, sugar to taste and vanilla in a medium bowl.
Divide the mixture among freezer-pop molds. Insert the sticks and freeze until completely firm, about 6 hours. Dip the molds briefly in hot water before unmolding.

Tips & Notes

Make Ahead Tip: Freeze for up to 3 weeks. | Equipment: Ten 3-ounce (or similar-size) freezer-pop molds

Nutrition

Per serving: 53 calories; 1 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono); 2 mg cholesterol; 10 g carbohydrates; 2 g protein; 0 g fiber; 25 mg sodium; 155 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (32% daily value).

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1/2 carbohydrate (other)