Summer is here for us university students. After two semesters of kicking butt, whether last minute or organized, it is time to pull out all our favourite summer classics. First stop: popsicles. Since we are all adults now (blegh), we can amp them up. Get your popsicle sticks and sunglasses ready because summer starts now.
1. Fruit Popsicles
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Still trying to stay committed to a healthier diet after stress snacking season? You can still enjoy a frozen treat packed with fruit.
2. Sea Salt Chocolate Popsicles
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Don’t settle for a basic fudge pop when you could make these.
3. Mixed Drink Popsicles
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Everybody’s heard of pina coladas, but once you pull one out in popsicle form, it will be anything but ordinary. Make getting that buzz even more fun (yup, it’s possible) by enjoying your favourite alcohol in frozen form.
4. Mean Green Popsicles
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Turn your favorite smoothie into a refreshing popsicle with this recipe.
5. Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Pops
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Forget Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, chocolate and peanut butter are a couple I will ship forever. Combine them with a frozen banana and you have yourself a 3-ingredient perfect popsicle.
6. Mango Mojito Popsicles
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Enjoy your favorite summer fruit with this refreshing treat.
7. Hot Chocolate Popsicles
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Not ready to leave the winter staples behind? Bring them into the summer. Cool off with the rich and creamy chocolate taste you love while tanning. For those who still want to be sipping on something, try frozen hot chocolate.
8. Greek Yogurt Parfait Popsicles
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Get a little fancy with this protein-packed popsicle. Post-gym popsicles are a thing right?
9. Apple Pie Popsicles
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A summer evening tradition, yet nobody’s stopping you from enjoying pie by the pool. Plus it’s like you made homemade pie, without all the effort. Count us in.
10. Cookies and Coconut Milk Popsicles
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A healthier twist on cookies and cream, yet possibly even tastier. This 3-ingredient popsicle will make your six-year-old self, as well as all your hungry besties, proud.
11. Nutella Fudge Popsicles
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We know you are always looking for another way to incorporate Nutella into your day so here you are, this popsicle will bring the nutty chocolatey flavour into your mouth one lick at a time.
12. Berry Lemonade Popsicles
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Take advantage of the berries that are in season and pair them with some lemonade in a picturesque popsicle. I can taste summer already.
13. Iced Coffee Popsicles
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Even though exams are done and grades have been posted, the coffee craving is still going strong. You deserve a little change in your life, in the form of an iced coffee popsicle.