Summer is just around the corner! It’s definitely one of my favorite times of the year – sunshine, pool days, barbecues, potlucks – what’s not to love?
As those warm days get warmer, you’ll soon find yourself looking for ways to cool down. Enter: delicious cold treats full of taste and nutrients!
Check out 20 of our favorite cold treats perfect for long, hot days below!
There’s nothing quite like a refreshing glass of lemonade on a hot day.
Not only is it a perfect combo of sour and sweet, but both lemons and limes have high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help keep you hydrated when the sun is beating down!
Strawberries may just be the quintessential summertime fruit!
These tasty faux ice cream cups are made with just bananas, strawberries, your choice of milk, and protein powder, so you can feel energized AND cooled down this summer.
We all know oranges are high in vitamin C, which not only helps with hydration, as we mentioned before, but also helps support a healthy immune system.
Plus, oranges can help promote a healthy heart and can even help prevent anemia. Basically, oranges are the best and even better in homemade ice cream!
Maybe I was wrong – maybe watermelon isthe quintessential summertime fruit.
Because of their high water content, they’re a great fruit to snack on to help keep you hydrated throughout the summer months and stay functioning at your best.
Also, watermelons contain citrulline, an amino acid that can help blood vessels expand and lower blood pressure.
Not only are these smoothie bowls made in literal pineapples, but they also contain spirulina, blue-green algae that can be consumed by humans and animals – and should be!
Spirulina has LOTS of health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants. It can promote good heart health, eye health, and a balanced immune system.
These frozen yogurt bites are the perfect quick snack when you need a pick-me-up but don’t want to feel drowsy. Plus, you can also use these as a quick smoothie prep!
Want a ridiculously easy frozen treat for your kids to enjoy, especially when they invite all their friends over?
Just get a watermelon, cut it into slices, put a popsicle stick in the rind, and pop it into the freezer. And voila – a super quick, easy treat with no hassle!
These are not only delicious but super healthy for you!
In addition to the hydration you get with watermelon, this scrumptious fruit contains many nutrients, including potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A and C, all of which are known to promote good heart health.
Also, studies show that dark chocolate can improve your health and lower the risk of heart disease when consumed moderately.
If you’re looking for a fun activity to enjoy with your kids, try making these frozen yogurt pops!
You can buy plastic or silicone molds from Walmart or Amazon, and the rest is up to you. Berries, bananas, pineapple – whatever you want, mix it with some yogurt, freeze, and enjoy!
Celebrate our yearly gift of long sunshine and adventure-filled days with these delicious and real fruit pops! You can also create your own version with what you have on hand or to cater to your family’s taste buds.
There are several great ingredients in the popsicles, including chia seeds which have many health benefits that may promote heart health, support strong bones, and improve blood sugar management.
Honeydew melon is another tasty, nutritious fruit that’s perfect to snack on during those long hot days.
Honeydew is full of nutrients that can help with bone health, can help reduce blood pressure, can help control blood sugar, and can even help boost your immune system! So, not only super tasty, this sorbet is great for your overall health!
Summer can be a very enjoyable time for friends and family to gather together and enjoy the weather and each other’s company. While the days can get hot, we have the perfect, healthy treats to keep everyone hydrated, cooled off, and, most importantly, satisfied.
Try some of these yummy treats, and let me know which is your favorite!