Cool Popsicle Molds for My little popsicle addict

The little man discovered popsicles a few months ago and has now become an addict. When he was sick it was the only way I could get any type of nutrient into his little body and now that the weather is heating up a bit, I know I'll be going into popsicle overdrive. 

I like to make my own so I know what goes into them, as well as the fact that I love to hide little things like veggies in places he would never think to look for them. Yeah, that's right, I'm super sneaky like that. 

Here is my recipe for yogurty, fruit smoothie pops. I never really measure anything out so this is my best guess: 

• 1 container Stonyfield YoBaby Yogurt 3-in-1 meals (these are awesome. I use the pear and green bean flavor - yeah, green beans!) 
• 3 - 4 large strawberries (or any kind of fruit your little one likes)
• 1/4 cup of blueberries (or any kind of fruit your little one likes)
• 1/2 cup of apple juice (you can substitute any type of juice) 

Blend all ingredients and pop into popsicle molds. Freeze. Watch your little one eat green beans while you sit back and say "Ha Ha!" (in an evil scientist kinda way).  I also sometimes use Naked Juice's Berry Veggie Machine for half of the apple juice.

I found these pretty cool and inexpensive popsicle makers at IKEA. The round handles make it easier for his tiny hands to hold onto. Which means less popsicle for the dogs and less mess for me to clean up.

Then I got looking around online and found some other really cool molds. This one is one of my favorites for the little girls! 

 

How cute are these!?! The Land of Nod carries these fabulous "Ring Around the Frozen Pops". I love them.

• Price: $9.95
• Includes six different gem shapes
• Insulated plastic ring keeps pop colder longer
• Base keeps pop molds secure from tips or spills in the freezer

Also available at The Land of Nod are these super cool rocket ship popsicles. Handles are designed to catch messy drips. And the plastic sleeves are insulated.

• Price: $10.95
• Set of 6
• Insulated plastic keeps pop colder longer
• Base keeps pop molds secure from tips or spills in the freezer

And then how fun are these? You can find these awesome Tovolo Ice Cream Pop Molds at Amazon.com

• Price: $9.99
• Fill with your favorite yogurt, pop or other beverage and freeze to make custom popsicles
• Insulated plastic sleeve keep your pops colder for longer, when in action outside the freezer.
• Cone handle design catches sticky spills
• Dishwasher safe

Need a little inspiration to fill all these great molds? There are 130 pages of yumtastic ideas in Pops!: Icy Treats for Everyone available from Amazon.com. You can even download it to your Kindle! Enjoy!

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