Homemade Strawberry Yoghurt Popsicles

Why You’ll Love These Homemade Strawberry Yoghurt Popsicles

Naturally Sweet — No Sugar Needed

One of the best things about these strawberry yogurt popsicles is how they get all their sweetness from fresh fruit and dates. That means you can feel good about handing one to your toddler, knowing it’s a no-sugar popsicle recipe that still tastes like a treat. No refined sugar, no worries — just real, wholesome ingredients.

Baby-Friendly and Parent-Approved

These baby-friendly popsicle treats are soft, creamy, and made with gentle ingredients that are perfect for little tummies. They’re free from anything artificial and easy to hold, making them a great way to cool down teething babies or introduce new flavors in a safe, fun form.

Quick and Easy to Make

Let’s be real — anything that only needs a blender and popsicle mold is a win. These easy fruit popsicles come together in just minutes, with ingredients you probably already have in the kitchen. No complicated steps, just blend, pour, freeze, done.

Packed with Nutrition in Every Bite

These aren’t just sweet and creamy — they’re also sneaky little nutrient powerhouses. With calcium and probiotics from the yogurt, vitamin C from the strawberries, and fiber from dates.

The Perfect Summer Snack

Whether it’s a backyard play day or a quick cool-down after the park, these homemade popsicles are the ultimate warm-weather treat. Refreshing, healthy, and mess-friendly (depending on the age, of course), they’re a fun way to beat the heat without turning to sugary store-bought snacks.

Easy to Customize

Another reason to love these strawberry yogurt popsicles? You can totally make them your own. Swap the fruit, switch the yogurt, add a banana, or even sneak in a veggie — the base recipe is super flexible and kid-tested approved. It’s one of those recipes you’ll keep coming back to.

How To Make Our Strawberry Yoghurt Popsicles 

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (washed & hulled)
• ½ cup plain full-fat yogurt (Greek or regular, unsweetened)
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional, for a little flavor boost)
• 3–4 soft dates (pitted – this is your natural sweetener!)

Instructions

1. Pop all your ingredients into a blender: strawberries, yogurt, vanilla, and dates.

2. Blend until completely smooth — you want a creamy, pourable mixture.

3. Taste it! If your strawberries are on the tart side, you can add an extra date or two.

4. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.

5. Freeze for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight for best results.

6. When ready to serve, run the mold under warm water for a few seconds to help release the pops.

Tips for Success

Use Ripe, Sweet Strawberries for the Best Flavor

Start with naturally sweet, ripe strawberries. The riper they are, the more flavorful and naturally sweet your popsicles will be, meaning you won’t need to add any refined sugar. If your berries are a little tart, that’s where those soft, juicy dates come in to save the day.

Blend Until Smooth for a Creamy, Baby-Friendly Texture

To make your homemade popsicles smooth and creamy (especially for babies still getting used to textures), blend everything until completely silky. You want a pourable mixture with no chunks of fruit or dates, especially if you're offering this to a baby under 1 year old or a picky toddler. A high-speed blender can make a big difference here.

Use Full-Fat Yogurt for Creaminess and Nutrition

When it comes to healthy popsicles for kids, full-fat yogurt is your best friend. It adds a rich, creamy texture and is more satisfying for little tummies. Bonus? It’s packed with healthy fats, calcium, and probiotics — all great for growing babies and toddlers. Go for plain, unsweetened yogurt to keep things wholesome and avoid unnecessary sugar.

Keep It Simple and Baby-Safe

This is a no-sugar-added popsicle recipe, so it’s perfect for babies starting solids. Stick to simple ingredients: fruit, yogurt, dates, and vanilla. You can even leave out the vanilla to keep things extra gentle and plain.

Use Silicone Molds for Easy Removal

A game-changer for making toddler-friendly frozen treats? Silicone popsicle molds. They make it so much easier to remove the popsicles without breaking them — just run the mold under warm water for a few seconds, and they slide right out. Plus, many silicone molds come in fun shapes that toddlers love!

Be Patient — Freeze Overnight If You Can

For the best results, freeze your strawberry yogurt popsicles overnight. While 4–6 hours might do the trick, overnight ensures they’re fully set and ready to enjoy — especially helpful if you’re prepping ahead for a hot summer day or planning a healthy snack for after daycare.

Store Extras for Easy, Healthy Snacks

These homemade fruit popsicles keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months, so make a batch and have a stash ready to go! Perfect for snack time, teething relief, or just a fun frozen treat with zero guilt.

Ingredients Substitutions, And Additions

Dairy-Free? Try Coconut or Plant-Based Yogurt

If your little one is dairy-sensitive or you’re raising them on a plant-based diet, you can easily turn these into dairy-free strawberry popsicles by swapping out the yogurt. Try full-fat coconut yogurt for a creamy texture and subtle tropical flavor — it works beautifully with strawberries. You can also use almond or oat milk yogurt, just make sure it’s unsweetened.

Add Banana for Extra Sweetness and Creaminess

Want to bump up the natural sweetness even more? Add a half-ripe banana before blending. It makes these healthy yogurt popsicles for toddlers even creamier and adds a familiar, comforting flavor most little ones love. Additionally, banana helps mask the tang of yogurt if your child is still getting used to it.

Mix Up the Fruit – Strawberries Play Well with Friends

These fruit popsicles don’t have to be all about strawberries, though we love them! Try mixing in other berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, or a handful of mango or peach slices.

No Dates? No Problem — Other Natural Sweeteners Work Too

If you’re out of dates or your blender can’t quite handle them, try using a teaspoon of maple syrup or a little ripe banana instead. This keeps your no-sugar-added popsicles baby-safe while still giving a gentle touch of sweetness. Just avoid honey if you're making this for babies under 12 months.

For Older Kids, Add Fun Extras

If your child is a bit older and used to a wider range of flavors, you can stir in mini chocolate chips, a swirl of nut butter, or crushed granola before freezing. This transforms your basic strawberry yogurt popsicles into a fun snack that feels a little more like dessert, but is still significantly healthier than store-bought options.

Equipment

• High-speed blender
• Popsicle mold

Nutrition Guide

Suitable for 6 months +

Nutrition Guide (per serving, approximate)

• Calories: 70–90 (depends on yogurt and amount of dates)
• Protein: 2–3g (from yogurt)
• Healthy Fats: 2–4g (from full-fat yogurt)
• Carbohydrates: 10–14g (from strawberries and dates)
• Fiber: 2–3g (from fruit and dates)
• Vitamin C: from strawberries
• Calcium: from yogurt
• Iron: from dates
• Natural Sugars: from fruit and dates — no refined sugar added

Note: Nutritional values are estimates and may vary based on the type of yogurt used, the size of your popsicle molds, and how many dates you blend in.