A refreshing, colorful treat that kids and adults will love
You’re never too old for frozen treats! These tropical fruit pops pack more than just a frozen puree mixture of tropical fruits — they satisfy your sweet tooth and quench your thirst at the same time.
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If you don’t have ice pop molds at home, you can use muffin tins or 3-ounce paper cups. If you use paper cups, steady them by setting them in a small square metal pan. Remove the paper cups by peeling them off just before serving.
1 cup pureed mango (about two medium)
1 cup pureed papaya (about one medium)
1 cup pureed pineapple (about one small)
3 tablespoons superfine sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
12 flat wooden sticks
Makes 12 servings
Calories: 50
Total fat: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
Carbohydrate: 14 g
Dietary fiber: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 0 mg
Potassium: 145 mg
Source: Cleveland Clinic Healthy Heart Lifestyle Guide and Cookbook (© 2007 Broadway Books).
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