Where I grew up in California, it got really, really hot during the summer.
Naturally, I spent a lot of time eating popsicles to stay cool.
Like, A LOT of timefive popsicles in one sitting sometimes!
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I just knew that it kept me from overheating, and that was what counted.
Just for kicks, I decided to check out the nutrition info.
As I expected, I foundnothing but sugar.
Each firecracker contains about 7 grams of the sweet stuff and literally nothing else.
Here, you’ll find 12 of the yummiest-looking recipes I could dig up.
Now let’s get poppin'.
3-Ingredient Vegan Creamy PopsfromChocolate Covered Katie
This recipe is a great basic vegan popsicle-making guideline to follow.
The ingredients are all easily interchangeable, and can be sweetened or not depending on what you want.
Cucumber Raspberry PopsfromDessert for Two
These pops are the definition of refreshing.
Consider having one as you cool down from your workout.
These popsicles get their blue and pink hues from blueberries and strawberries, respectively.
4-Ingredient Chai PopsiclesfromLexi’s Clean Kitchen
Satisfy your chai latte cravings and cool down in one go.
Raspberry-Nectarine PopsiclesfromDietitian Debbie Dishes
Use this recipe to take advantage of two of summer’s best fruits.
Turmeric Golden Milk PopsiclesfromSkinnyTaste
These bright yellow pops will be the trendiest on your block.
Mint Chocolate Chip Avocado PopsiclesfromThe Healthy Maven
Trust us on this:Frozen avocado treatsare the best.