If there’s one superfood you need to fit into your diet and start enjoying, it’s blueberries. These little blue gems are packed with antioxidants, which can help protect your body against all sorts of diseases and illnesses. They have been found to maintain healthy bones, reduce blood pressure, manage diabetes, and ward off heart disease.
And that’s not all… Blueberries are also great for your brain! Studies have shown that eating blueberries can improve cognitive function and even help prevent age-related memory decline.
The health benefits of blueberries are endless. And one of the best things about these delicious snacks is that you can savor them in various ways. They can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Yes, even dinner. You can cook them down and make a delicious sauce for meat.
However, given the extreme temps we’ve been having this summer and in honor of September 2 being National Blueberry Popsicle Day (let’s not forget Labor Day coming up, too) here’s an extremely easy healthy blueberry recipe. No cooking involved. Just a little blending and freezing.
Not only will they satisfy your sweet tooth, but they’ll also do wonders for your body. Happy snacking!
Healthy Blueberry Popsicle Recipe
Ingredients
2 cups of fresh or frozen blueberries
1 can full-fat coconut milk or 1 cup Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp of lemon juice
Lemon zest
¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey (to taste)
Pinch of sea salt
Directions
- Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until completely smooth.
- Pour blueberry mixture into molds (you can use ice trays if you don’t have popsicle molds).
- Place a popsicle stick into each mold.
- Freeze for 4 to 8 hours, or until fully set.
- When ready to eat, dip the mold in warm water or let it thaw slightly to loosen the popsicle.