Mornings, right? They are either chaos or a beautifully calm affair, and I’m aiming for chaos most days because that’s real life! If you’re like me and constantly running out the door, you need breakfasts that are already waiting for you. Seriously, that’s why these Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles completely changed my routine. They are so quick to make, packed with genuinely good ingredients, and taste like hitting the snooze button feels—pure bliss.

Forget those sugary freezer things you think of for summer. This is different; it’s yogurt, fruit, and a touch of sweetness making a healthy, grab-and-go dream. I started making big batches on Sunday because, honestly, my weekday mornings deserve this kind of love. If you want an easy breakfast that’s actually good for you, just trust me on this one. You can check out my advice for quick oat bread if you need more grab methods, but these popsicles are on another level of easy.

Why You Will Make These Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

Look, I don’t have time to fuss when the alarm goes off. I need solutions, and these popsicles deliver efficiency wrapped in deliciousness. Seriously, they are my new secret weapon against the morning rush. Here’s exactly why these little frozen treats will earn a permanent spot in your freezer:

They are incredibly fast to assemble! We’re talking under 10 minutes of actual work before they go into the freezer.
They are genuinely wholesome—real fruit and protein-packed yogurt mean you aren’t starting your day on a sugar spike crash later.
The texture is spot on—creamy enough to feel like a treat, but firm enough to eat walking out the door.
They’re portion-controlled! No accidentally eating a whole bowl of yogurt when you’re tired.
You can make a massive batch at once, which means less cooking/prep for the whole week.
They taste like springtime, which is a lovely feeling for a Tuesday morning, trust me!

If you love ways to streamline your day, you should definitely bookmark my recipe for breakfast cookies too. Efficiency is everything!

Essential Ingredients for Perfect Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

The best part about these popsicles is that they use just a handful of everyday things you probably already have hanging around. We aren’t messing around with weird powders here; we want real flavor because we have to eat this for breakfast, after all! I always recommend using full-fat Greek yogurt because that’s what gives these treats their wonderfully creamy mouthfeel, preventing them from turning into icy disappointment.

When you choose your strawberries, go for the sweetest ones you can find. If your strawberries aren’t very sweet, you might need to add just a tiny splash more honey—taste as you go! This simple list creates something spectacular.

2 cups fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and quartered for better blending.
1 cup plain Greek yogurt, specifically full-fat if you want that extra creamy texture.
1/4 cup honey, pure local honey if you can get it!
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed is the only way to go.

If you want to see what else you can do with beautiful strawberries, check out my recipe for strawberry whipped cream—it’s divine!

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

The beauty of these breakfast treats is truly the simplicity of the process. There’s no cooking, no oven heat—just blending and freezing, which is perfect for those rushed days. You’ll need popsicle molds ready to go before you start mixing things up. Don’t worry if you don’t have fancy molds; even small plastic cups can work in a pinch if you remember to leave room for the sticks!

Once everything is blended perfectly smooth, we transfer it quickly before the mixture warms up too much. The total time you spend actively working is seriously minimal, but you do have to practice patience during the freezing stage. Once everything is layered in the molds, they need at least four hours to set up completely. If you try to sneak them out early, you’ll just have runny, lukewarm disappointment, and we can’t have that!

For more guidance on getting the best results from a fruit base, check out my post on perfect strawberry ice pops—the technique is very similar for getting that incredibly smooth final texture.

Preparing the Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles Base

First things first, get those strawberries ready! Wash them well, snip off the green tops (the hull), and slice them up a bit if they are really big. We aren’t cooking them, so we need the blender to do all the heavy lifting. Pop the prepared strawberries, the Greek yogurt, the honey, and that little bit of lemon juice right into your blender jar.

Now, this is the spot where texture really matters for your Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles. You’ve gotta blend this until it looks absolutely flawless. I mean it: completely smooth! If you stop when you still see little bits of berry skin or chunks of yogurt, your final popsicle texture will be grainy. Run the blender on high for a good 60 to 90 seconds until it’s like silk. That’s the secret!

Molding and Freezing Your Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

Once your base is perfectly smooth, carefully pour the mixture into your waiting popsicle molds. Make sure you don’t fill them right to the very top—leave a tiny bit of space because, believe it or not, things expand slightly when they freeze solid. Pop the lids on, or insert the sticks now. Make sure the sticks are centered!

These need a minimum of four hours in the deep freezer, but honestly, overnight is always better if you can stand to wait. When you’re ready to eat one, don’t try to wrestle it out! That’s a guaranteed broken mess. Just run the outside surface of the mold under a little bit of warm tap water for about 10 seconds. A quick wiggle, and it should slide right out, perfectly formed!

Tips for Success When Making Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

A few tiny tweaks can take these from ‘good’ to ‘I need to make these every single week.’ First off, let’s talk about thickness. If you’re making these when strawberries aren’t perfectly ripe or you just want them super creamy, use frozen strawberries instead of fresh. You don’t even need to thaw them! This makes the mixture thicker right out of the blender, helping your Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles set up faster and tighter.

Also, taste your strawberries before you add your honey. Some berries are naturally bursting with sugar, and you won’t need much sweetener at all. If they taste tart, add that honey slowly until it just tastes right to you. My pro-tip? If you are using molds that aren’t super deep, try tilting your mold holder slightly in the freezer for the first 30 minutes. This keeps the mixture settled toward the center, ensuring your popsicle sticks stand up straight without leaning against the sides when they freeze solid. For more creamy recipe ideas, hop over and see how I make easy homemade coffee creamer!

Ingredient Substitutions for Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

I totally get it—not everyone has the exact same pantry setup, and sometimes you need to pivot based on allergies or what you’ve got on hand. Luckily, these Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles are super forgiving, which is why I love them so much! We can swap out ingredients without ruining the breakfast magic.

If you’re trying to make these completely dairy-free, you can absolutely skip the Greek yogurt. Just substitute it with a plant-based yogurt that you enjoy. Coconut yogurt or almond-based yogurts work really well here. Just remember, the thicker the yogurt you use, the creamier your final popsicle will be, so check the labels!

And what about the sweetener? If you’re avoiding honey, maple syrup is my next favorite choice. It offers a slightly different, deeper flavor, but it blends beautifully with the strawberries. Just use about the same amount—maybe start with two tablespoons and taste your blend first. If you want to switch up the fruit instead, go for it! Blueberries or raspberries pair just as nicely, though you might want to add a little extra sweetness if your berries aren’t as tart as strawberries. You can see how I make heavy cream at home if you’re looking for ways to keep things creamy without dairy, though yogurt is better for this particular recipe!

Storage and Keeping Your Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles Fresh

Okay, so you’ve made a massive batch of glorious Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles, and now you need to know how to keep them perfect for days, right? This is the easy part! Once they are completely frozen—and I mean rock solid—you need to protect them from the harsh realities of your freezer air, because freezer burn is the enemy of creamy breakfast treats.

The best way to store them is to carefully pull the popsicles out of their molds and wrap each one individually. You can use plastic wrap, or if you have those little sandwich bags, those work wonderfully too. Then, gather those wrapped popsicles into one single large, sturdy, airtight container—a rubber-sealed plastic box is perfect for this job.

If you keep them sealed up tight like this, they stay fresh and ready to grab for about three weeks! Honestly, they rarely even last that long in my house because someone always needs a quick cold snack. Just be sure to always let them sit on the counter for just a minute or two before trying to pull them out of the wrapper, especially in winter when they get icy really fast!

Frequently Asked Questions About These Breakfast Popsicles

It’s so fun seeing all your questions pop up! Making these simple breakfast treats is straightforward, but I know sometimes you just need that little extra confirmation before getting started. Here are some of the most common things people ask when they are planning their first batch of these easy breakfast frozen yogurt snacks.

Can I use frozen strawberries in my Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles?

Yes, you absolutely can, and I actually encourage it sometimes! If you decide to use pre-frozen strawberries instead of fresh ones, just know that your blender might need a little extra time, or you might need to scrape down the sides a bit more often. The upside is that the mixture will be much thicker right away, almost like soft-serve ice cream, which helps them set up even firmer in the molds.

What is the best yogurt to use for these popsicles?

I highly recommend using plain, full-fat Greek yogurt. Why? Well, the fat content helps keep these from feeling icy when they freeze, giving you a much creamier texture that feels more decadent. Plus, using Greek yogurt bumps up the protein content, making this a much more satisfying and sustained easy breakfast option to keep you full until lunch. You don’t want thin, watery yogurt!

We also get asked if we can sweeten them with something else! Have you considered adding a spoonful of almond butter for an extra boost of good fats? It doesn’t change the flavor dramatically, but it adds staying power. Don’t forget that staying hydrated is key to feeling great, and you can read my tips on how to drink 8 glasses of water each day if you need help balancing out your healthy habits!

Nutritional Snapshot of Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

Okay, let’s talk fuel! Since we’re calling these a true breakfast option, it’s important to know what you’re actually putting into your body when you grab one of these beauties on your way out the door. These numbers are based on serving one pop, and they show you’re getting a great balance of protein and natural sugar from the fruit!

I always stress that these estimates are based on using standard portions—like full-fat yogurt and the exact amount of honey I listed. If you use a flavored yogurt or add extra drizzles of maple syrup, your numbers will shift a bit! But for a quick, healthy start, these ratios are fantastic. For another simple, nutrient-dense breakfast idea, you absolutely have to check out my chia seed pudding cups recipe.

Calories: Approximately 95 per popsicle
Protein: About 4 grams—that’s that yogurt power holding you over!
Total Fat: Just a light 1.5 grams
Carbohydrates: Around 17 grams
Sugar: Roughly 14 grams (mostly from beautiful strawberries and honey!)

Share Your Homemade Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

Now that you’ve blended, poured, and frozen these amazing bites of morning sunshine, I really, truly want to hear about your experience! Did you use fresh local honey, or did you try the maple syrup swap? Don’t be shy—tell me everything!

Head down to the comments section below and leave a star rating. Seeing those little stars pop up tells me that someone else’s busy morning just got a whole lot easier and tastier. I love reading about your family’s take on these.

And if you took a picture—which you absolutely should have, because they are gorgeous—please share it! Snap a photo of your perfect, frosty Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles and tag me on social media. Nothing makes my day more than seeing my recipes come to life in your kitchens. Happy blending!

Strawberry Breakfast Popsicles

Author: memorecipes.com
Total Time: 4 hours 10 min
Yield: 6 popsicles 1x
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Simple, cold popsicles made with strawberries, yogurt, and honey for a quick breakfast.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh strawberries
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Wash and hull the strawberries.
Place strawberries, Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice into a blender.
Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
Insert popsicle sticks.
Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
To serve, run the outside of the mold briefly under warm water.

Notes

Use frozen strawberries for a thicker mixture.
Adjust honey amount based on the sweetness of your strawberries.
For a dairy-free option, substitute the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 0 min
Category: Breakfast
Method: Freezing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 popsicle
Calories: 95
Sugar: 14
Sodium: 25
Fat: 1.5
Saturated Fat: 1
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 17
Fiber: 1
Protein: 4
Cholesterol: 5

Keywords: strawberry, breakfast, popsicles, frozen yogurt, easy breakfast, healthy snack