The Annapolis Insider

Mary Ann Treger shares news and views from around town.

I usually blog about what’s new in Annapolis shops and restaurants. Today I’m blogging about what’s new in my Annapolis kitchen—Sweet Potato Pops.

They are the easiest, most fun way to get finicky kids to eat nutrition-packed sweet potatoes.  My neighbors’ adorable twin boys love them!     

Sweet Potato Pops are delicious—and healthy. That’s why I am entering my recipe in the Sweet n’ Healthy Recipe Contest sponsored by the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission. 

Since Sweet Potato Pops can be prepared in advance and kept in the freezer a healthy treat is always available when the need for a goodie comes a callin’.     

They are so easy to make—give them a try! 

Here is my entry into the Kid-Friendly category of the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission Contest. Wish me luck!     

Sweet Potato Pops

1 1/2 cups cooked, peeled Sweet Potatoes (about two medium size)

2 containers (6 oz size) Vanilla Yogurt

1 large Ripe Banana, peeled and chopped

½ cup Orange Juice

4 teaspoons Sugar

Place all ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth. Evenly divide mixture among six Popsicle molds. Freeze overnight.  Pour warm water over each pop and gently remove from mold.   

Serve after dinner or anytime of the day for a fun treat.  They’re perfect for summer barbecues!

(For extra finicky eaters or a bit of decadence, squeeze hard shell chocolate over each pop, readily available on most grocers’ shelves in a plastic squeezable container.  It creates a firm chocolate shell in seconds.  Yum! )     

Serves 6

For more information:  http://ncsweetpotatoes.com/bloggers-recipe-contest.html

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