It’s the time of year for fireworks, late summer nights, and delicious ready-to-eat outdoor treats as we all remember to be thankful for freedom on July 4th. This year, we’re taking a sweet spin on the holiday by sharing some of our favorite healthy, probiotic-rich dessert recipes that will have you feeling patriotic in no time. You can prepare these recipes ahead of time for optimal ease and enjoyment, and since they’re all made with Lifeway, you can be sure your gut health will be taken care of as you enjoy a a delicious treat on us that’s packed with protein and probiotics.
Lifeway’s signature blend of probiotic cultures ensure you’re giving your body the beneficial bacteria it needs to thrive for better gut health, immune system support, healthy skin, strong bones, and more—even on the holidays. Our kefir products and Farmer Cheese are both made with 12 strains of live and active cultures for optimal benefits which makes them perfect for holidays where tummies often suffer. That’s why we’re here to help as we inspire you to bring Lifeway to your holiday table as we show you just how easy it can be to use our products in recipes so your gut doesn’t suffer in the midst of the fun.
From frozen kefir to popsicles to fruity ice creams, and even a decadent dip and homemade cheesecake bites, Lifeway Kefir and Farmer Cheese know no limits when it comes to helping you celebrate with delicious desserts on hand.
So get the fireworks ready, head outside, and try one of these probiotic-packed July 4th recipes you’re sure to love!
Celebrate the holiday with these festive Patriotic Kefir Pop made with a medley of fruit and Lifeway Organic Whole Milk Kefir. They boast a classic firecracker pattern making them the ultimate July 4th frozen treat for your patio parties, cookouts, pool parties, and more. You can easily make them ahead and take peace of mind you’re giving your body a dose of probiotics while simultaneously showing off your patriotism.
You won’t have any trouble being cheerful with one of our Cherries and Cream Pops in hand! These beauties taste as good as they look, and they have a sweet richness cherries are known for that are boosted with the creaminess of Lifeway Kefir. Our lowfat kefir makes an excellent source of protein for healthy frozen desserts like these pops, and you can combine different flavors to suit your creative and culinary preferences best.
3. Farmer Cheese Watermelon Ice Cream
A July 4th celebration isn’t complete without some freshly cut watermelon, but we figured we could improve upon that notion just a bit. Our Farmer Cheese Watermelon Ice cream is every watermelon lover’s dream come true. Fruity, frosty, sweet, and creamy, no one will ever believe you made this healthy dessert with a protein-packed cheese. Lifeway Farmer Cheese’s rich, smooth texture make it an excellent heavy cream replacement in frozen desserts. Don’t believe us? This recipe is all the proof you need.
4. Whipped Farmer Cheese Berry Dip
This decadent dip couldn’t be simpler to prepare. Made with only three ingredients, it packs in protein and live and active cultures from Lifeway Farmer Cheese. Our cultured cheese makes a gut-healthy, satisfying dip you can turn sweet or savory. Here, we went the sweet route and served it with fresh berries—perfect for July 4th! Set this platter out, and you can be sure everyone will make a beeline towards it since it’s beautiful, vibrant, and full of fresh flavors.
One of our favorite recipes for summer is this Strawberry Frozen Kefir. Simple, yet sensational, it has the exact flavor of strawberry ice cream we all know and love. Made with real strawberries and strawberry Lifeway Kefir, this easy, protein-packed dessert requires no ice cream maker, and you can make it with or without a Creami machine making it ultra-versatile. Check out this recipe to scoop your way into summertime delight!
Chewy, sweet, creamy, and easy-to-eat, these cheesecake bites have it all. Made with a date, pecan, and oat crust before being topped with a cheesecake-flavored base prepared with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, they’re loaded with nutrition from top to bottom. They’re easy to make if you need a last-minute treat and great to get kids in on the fun to help out in the kitchen. They’re also easy to store in the freezer ahead of time so you can pop them out and serve them when you’re ready to enjoy. Just consider our warning that these will go fast, so be sure you make plenty!
7. Raspberry Chocolate Chunk Frozen Kefir
This Raspberry Chocolate Chunk Frozen Kefir is one of our all-time favorite frozen kefir dessert recipes. Stunning to the eye, this frozen dessert hits the spot every single time. Raspberries have an addictive tart, sweet flavor unlike any other berry out there. They pair perfectly with dark chocolate’s bitter, roasted tones and underlying exotic notes of richness, and both ingredients blend together wonderfully in a base made out of Lifeway Kefir. We opted for our organic whole milk vanilla kefir in this recipe, but you can also use our plain or raspberry kefir flavors as two other delicious choices!
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