Summer in the South means sweltering temperatures, high humidity and trying to find ways to keep our cool. One of the best ways is with a cool, refreshing drink. This two layer smoothie is so pretty you’ll want to serve it to family and friends. The kids will love the tangy, tart flavor and not realize they are getting something that’s good for them in the bargain. Because it is two layers, make sure to put the mango layer on the bottom and the strawberry layer on top. Or if you put the mango layer on top, like I did, it will mix to create a cute swirled look.
- 2 Fruttare mango pops
- ½ cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 ice cubes
- Top Layer:
- 2 Fruttare Banana and Milk pops
- 10 strawberries, cut in half
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 ice cubes
- 2 strawberries for garnish
- To make the Bottom layer:
- Add the mango Fruttare, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and ice cubes to a blender and puree until smooth. and divide between two 8 oz. glasses. Store in fridge or freezer until top layer is completed.
- To make the Top layer:
- Rinse the blender, then add banana Fruttare, strawberries, lemon juice, and ice cubes. Puree until smooth. Gently pour into glasses and try to maintain a line separating the layers.
I made our smoothie with new Fruttare bars, for which I received a product coupon to be able to test them for myself. They are available in four flavors, Strawberry, Lime, Mango and Orange, plus four fruit and milk bars, peaches and milk, strawberry and milk, bananas and milk and Coconut and milk. Think of all the possibilities for different drinks that could be created with these pops. Feel free to substitute flavors to suit your tastes. Of course, according to my picky kids, the bars are good straight from the freezer without being mixed into anything. I live the lower number of calories in these pops too–the Mango pops have only 60 calories each, making them a guilt free pleasure on a hot summer day.
Have you tried the new Fruttare bars? What did you think? What are your best ideas for cooling off on a hot summer day?
OH yummy does that look good!!! Thanks for the info! Will have to try this.
YUMMM… this looks delicious.. I actually looked at these bars at Publix the other day and now I want to go and grab them so I can make a smoothie, too. Thanks for sharing… YUMM
I would have never thought of making a smoothie out of popsicle! This looks delicious.
Oh, YUM! Looks delicious, perfect for a summer day!
YUM!! This looks great!! Perfect pool beverage.
Those look awesome. And they could easily be made into adult versions. Love it! Thanks so much for sharing.
I’m going to have to see if my stores carry Fruttare! These look perfect for a warm summer day!
WOW… you are amazing, I would never have thought to make those into a drink… LOVE IT
Oh my, that looks so good right now!! With our temps nearing 90, I’ll be trying this recipe soon!
They had samples of the Fruttare bars in our walmart a few weeks ago. Oh my goodness they are so good!!! I can’t wait to try this recipe!!
They are good, aren’t they? And the mango fruit bars only have 60 calories too. 🙂
I’m going to make this over the wknd! YUM. Shared it on Twitter
Thanks, Tee, for sharing! It really is delicious. I got all kinds of complements from the people who tried it. 🙂
Ok, so that looks amazing, refreshing and a necessary pin! Thanks!
Thanks, Tara, for pinning. I hope you enjoy it! 🙂
Wow, those look amazing! I bet those flavors go nicely together!
Oh girlfriend that looks GOOD! What a fabulous idea! I haven’t found Fruttare at my stores yet, but I am on the hunt!