These strawberry mango kefir ice pops are an easy summer dessert recipe that can be whipped up in minutes. They are creamy and loaded with goodness from only 4 simple ingredients.
I’m always on the look out for an easy summer dessert, especially cold ones!
For quite some time we were buying ice pops at the supermarket. Not anymore! So now we’ve been making cherry ice pops and strawberry mango ice pops all summer long!
Don’t you just love when you recreate something at home that you have had out, like something you purchased at a store or enjoyed at a restaurant? I know I do!
These strawberry mango kefir ice pops are not only as good as the store bought ones, but better!
How to Make It
Like with most homemade ice pop recipes, these kefir ice pops are beyond easy to make.
Full details are in the recipe card below, but here are the basics:
- Gather your ice pop ingredients (frozen sliced strawberries, frozen mango chunks, maple syrup and kefir).
- Add the frozen fruit to a food processor.
- Pour over maple syrup.
- Add kefir.
- Process until everything is combined and creamy.
- Pour (or spoon) into 6 (5 ounce) pop molds and freeze.
What Is Kefir?
Kefir is a fermented milk drink that is quite thick and has a slightly tangy/sour taste.
For me, it tastes kinda like a cross between yogurt or sour cream and milk.
Like milk, kefir has calcium, protein and vitamins. Kefir is also a source of probiotics!
So adding kefir to these ice pops was a great way to not only make them have a creamy consistency, but a treat I could feel good about eating.
I started off on a rocky road with kefir way back when. Hubby has loved it since he tried it. Me? Took a little while. Once I tried it in a smoothie, there was no looking back! And now with this easy summer dessert, I’m completely sold!
Tips for Making This Recipe
- This mixture is thick! I spooned the mixture into my pop molds. In order to minimize air bubbles, I placed a wooden skewer (or you could use a butter knife) and swished the mixture around so that everything settled before freezing.
- I used 6 (5-ounce) molds. If your molds are larger or smaller, the number of ice pops you yield may vary.
- If you want things a little sweeter, add a little more maple syrup.
- Plain Greek yogurt is also a lovely in these pops if you don’t have kefir on hand.
More Yummy Frozen Treats
If you make these homemade kefir ice pops, be sure to leave a comment below!
Strawberry Mango Kefir Ice Pops
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberry slices
- 1.5 cups frozen mango chunks
- 1 cup plain whole milk kefir
- ยผ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour into 6 (5-ounce) pop molds.ย Freeze 4 to 6 hours.Note: If your ice pop mold is smaller or larger than the one used here, the quantity of ice pops you yield may vary.
- When ready to enjoy, run each pop mold until warm water to help release from mold.ย Serve and enjoy!
A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
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Tried this recipe?
If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!
Katherine | Love In My Oven
I started making my own kefir last year and then gave up on it after a while. I will need to try it again I think!! Especially if it means I can put it into these pops! Yum! Love that they’re refined-sugar free!! Happy summer, Dawn!
Girl Heart Food
That’s impressive! Love how thick it is! Thank so much, Katherine. Same to you ๐
Mimi
First, these are just beautiful! I could use on (or two) right now. Where I live I doubt kefir is sold, although I haven’t looked. I used to drink it a lot in college, but that was in California during the 70’s! I’m going to check on it next time I visit the store!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks a million, Mimi! Good luck on finding it ๐ Have a wonderful week!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
Gimme all the ice pops Dawn! It’s so hot and humid here! Ugh! Love that these are only 4 ingredients!
Girl Heart Food
You got it, my friend! Thanks so much ๐
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers
The heat continues here in Ontario, so I’ll be adding these delicious, refreshing pops to the rotation here ๐ So pretty, too!
Girl Heart Food
Woo hoo! Stay cool, Jennifer ๐ Thank you!
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking
Such a brilliant idea to use kefir in ice pops! I bet they are super creamy! I’m totally into making my own ice pops now! To be able to enjoy a dessert that uses whole ingredients and is refined sugar free is just the perfect balance for summer! I’ll be adding these to the must try list for sure!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks! They are super creamy! Have a wonderful week, Leanne ๐
Jenn
Hellooooooo delicious! I cannot wait to get into the kitchen today to make these yummy strawberry mango pops! Delicious!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Jenn! Hope you enjoy them as much as we do ๐
Dannii
I love making homemade ice pops, but I havenโt had a strawberry and mango combo before. It sounds amazing.
Girl Heart Food
Super yummy! Hope you like ’em – they’re pretty tasty, if you ask me ๐ Thanks Dannii!
Linda
Yum! I can’t consume dairy, but I make water kefir at home. I love the use of kefir (so many health benefits)!
Girl Heart Food
These would also work with almond milk if you’d like to give that a try ๐ Thanks so much, Linda!
traci
We love kefir. We love fruit. And we love popsicles. Soooo, this combo is winning all around! Just pinned…thanks for the great recipe, Dawn ๐
Girl Heart Food
Yay!! Thanks Traci! Appreciate it ๐
Kristine
Simple and refreshing! These ice pops look delicious! I love using fresh strawberries in frozen treats, I can’t wait to try these!
Girl Heart Food
Thanks Kristine! Hope you like them ๐ Have a great week!
annie@ciaochowbambina
I want these ice pops asap!! Although I’ve never tried kefir, I’m sure I would love these!! Strawberry mango is an exciting combination!! Super summery! Have a great week, my friend! XOXO
Girl Heart Food
I’ll share!! I’m sure you would love ’em ๐ Thanks Annie! Have a great week too ๐ XOXO
Girl Heart Food
I’ll share, I’ll share ๐ Thanks Annie! You have a wonderful week too! XOXO
Kelsie |. the itsy-bitsy kitchen
Strawberry and mango you say? I’m in! I love that these don’t contain refined sugar. Any way I can have dessert but still avoid sugar is good with me :). Have a great week, Dawn!
Girl Heart Food
Yep!! Thanks Kelsie ๐ Have a great week too!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop
Oh, these are so perfect for summertime! I love frozen desserts on hot, hot days, but you’ve made this even better by keeping it healthy! I think I could have a couple of these and have no guilt about eating them! ๐
Girl Heart Food
Thank you Kathy! You sure can ๐
Milena
My son would love these! I started him on kefir when he turned one as I grew up drinking it too and he has never missed a morning without it. Making a kefir popsicle for him is super exciting. BTW – his favorite kefir flavors are strawberry and mango, lol. These pops will be an instant success! Pinned.
Girl Heart Food
Yay! So happy to hear that! Let me know how you guys like them if you try ๐ Thanks Milena!
Sarah
Yay for kefir! Kefir in a popsicle is such a great idea- I bet it’s super creamy!! We make our own kefir and I always have extra- I love this!
Girl Heart Food
It is super creamy!! Thanks Sarah ๐
David @ Spiced
I totally know what you mean about that rocky road with kefir, Dawn. I tried kefir a couple of years ago at a local food show, and it was ok…but I didn’t love it. In fact, I still remember the company name. Cow Bella. How fun is that name? But I’ve never tried blending kefir with fruit. I’ll give it a shot sometime, and I’m thinking these popsicles will be on our dessert menu soon. I love a good cold treat on a weekend afternoon!
Girl Heart Food
So fun!! Give these pops a try – it may just change your mind about kefir ๐ Thanks David!