Our Blueberry Kefir Protein Popsicles made with Lifeway Kefir are the perfect summer treat to cool you off, keep you fueled, and best of all, they’re easy to make. Just a quick blend of simple ingredients, including our probiotic kefir, transforms a handful of wholesome, nutrient-rich foods into these beautifully blue protein popsicles.
Lifeway Kefir’s creamy texture is ideal for summer frozen desserts because it tastes great, is good for your gut, and it’s easy to blend with other ingredients. We used our Lowfat Blueberry Kefir in this recipe, but you can use any of our kefir varieties you love most.
Aside from containing billions of live probiotics, our kefir is packed with complete protein from real cultured milk — not chalky powders. Plus, it contains natural calcium and vitamin D3 that contribute to better bone health, so you can enjoy frozen desserts made with Lifeway and support your entire body with peace of mind.
Grab the recipe for these protein popsicles down below, then head to the kitchen to make them with us! Check out our store locator here to find Lifeway Kefir and our other products at a store near you or shop online.
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for better gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health.
Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, support the digestive system, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1. Lifeway Kefir also contains a variety of nutrients that are vital for healthy bones and overall health including vitamins D3, K, and B 12 along with calcium and potassium. Along with our kefir, we also offer our creamy, cultured Lifeway Farmer Cheese, a high protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support a healthy microbiome that’s easy to spread and contains no added salt or sugar.
Prep Time: 4-5 hours Servings: 4-6 popsicles (depending on the size of your popsicle molds)Ingredients
- 2 cups Lowfat Blueberry Kefir
- **or any other flavor of our kefir you prefer
- 2 cups frozen blueberries
- 2 medium bananas (fresh or frozen works)
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
Directions
- Add Lifeway Kefir, blueberries, bananas, and vanilla to a blender and blend until creamy.
- Pour into your popsicle molds, add a popsicle stick, and top with a lid provided with your molds (if they have one). Freeze the pops for 4-5 hours or until completely set. Remove, let thaw for 5 minutes, and then enjoy!
