#Cherry Ice Pops: A Summertime Treat
#Cherry Ice Pops: A Summertime Treat
Summer is synonymous with sunshine, swimming pools, and of course, ice pops. And what could be more refreshing than a delicious, icy cherry ice pop on a hot summer day?
Cherries are a popular fruit all over the world, and for good reason. Theyre delicious, nutritious, and versatile.
Here are some interesting facts about cherry ice pops:
* The average American eats about 20 ice pops per year.
* Cherry is one of the most popular flavors of ice pops.
* Ice pops have been around for over 100 years.
* The first ice pops were made with fruit juice and sugar.
#Nutritional Information
Cherry ice pops are a good source of vitamins and minerals. One ice pop contains about:
* 100 calories
* 25 grams of sugar
* 1 gram of fat
* 10 milligrams of sodium
* 100 milligrams of potassium
* 10 milligrams of vitamin C
* 2 milligrams of iron
Cherry ice pops are also a good source of antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds that help protect cells from damage. Some studies have shown that antioxidants may help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
#Health Benefits
In addition to being a delicious and refreshing treat, cherry ice pops may also have some health benefits.
Cherries contain a number of compounds that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation is a major risk factor for a number of chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and arthritis.
Cherries have also been shown to improve sleep. One study found that people who ate cherries before bed fell asleep more quickly and stayed asleep longer.
#How to Make Cherry Ice Pops
Cherry ice pops are easy to make at home. Heres a simple recipe:
**Ingredients:**
* 1 cup cherry juice
* 1/2 cup sugar
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 cup water
* Ice pop molds
**Instructions:**
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherry juice, sugar, and lemon juice.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the water.
5. Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours.
#Cherry Ice Pop Recipes
There are many different ways to make cherry ice pops. Here are a few fun and delicious recipes:
**Cherry Cheesecake Ice Pops**
These ice pops are a fun and festive way to enjoy your favorite dessert.
**Ingredients:**
* 1 cup cherry juice
* 1/2 cup sugar
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 cup water
* 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
* 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
* 1/4 cup whipped cream
**Instructions:**
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherry juice, sugar, and lemon juice.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the water.
5. Pour half of the mixture into ice pop molds.
6. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, cream cheese, and whipped cream.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture into the ice pop molds.
8. Pour the remaining cherry mixture over the cheesecake mixture.
9. Freeze for at least 6 hours.
**Cherry Berry Ice Pops**
These ice pops are a refreshing and healthy way to cool down on a hot summer day.
**Ingredients:**
* 1 cup cherry juice
* 1 cup strawberry juice
* 1 cup blueberry juice
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 cup water
**Instructions:**
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherry juice, strawberry juice, blueberry juice, and lemon juice.
