These simple Cherry Ningxia Creamsicles are not only fruity and delicious, but they are packed with superfoods and antioxidant goodness! My girls love these and I love that they are getting a healthy treat that isn’t full of high fructose corn syrup or artificial flavors. They are easy to make and provide a refreshing boost of energy on a hot day!
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What is Ningxia Red?
Before we get started creating yummy creamsicles, you might be wondering…. what exactly is Ningxia Red?
“NingXia Red® is a delicious drink that contains whole Ningxia wolfberry puree: a super blend of blueberry, aronia, cherry, pomegranate, and plum juices. It also contains natural stevia, grape seed, and pure vanilla extracts as well as orange, yuzu, lemon, and tangerine essential oils. NingXia Red provides a whole-body nutrient infusion.”
Young Living
So now that we know exactly what NingXia Red is, here are the rest of the ingredients that you will need!
Cherry NingXia Creamsicle Ingredients
- Fresh cherries
- Ningxia Red (can substitute fruit juice)
- Plain Greek Yogurt
- Whipping Cream
- Honey
- Blender
- Popsicle Molds and Popsicle Sticks
Fresh Cherries
I like to use fresh cherries for this recipe, but frozen will do (just thaw completely before using). These are Okanagan cherries and they are sooo good! Every summer when we visit the Okanagan we make sure we bring back tons of fresh fruit to use in jams, frozen treats and baking!
Cherries are a source of vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and other nutrients that your body needs to function optimally. They are also packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, which combat oxidative stress and fight cellular damage. And they have been shown to boost heart health, reduce symptoms of arthritis and gout, act as a sleep aid, and speed recovery after exercise!
NingXia Red or Fruit Juice
The next ingredient on the list is Ningxia Red. (See the top of this post if you missed reading about why it’s so good). If you don’t have any you can use whatever fruit juice you have on hand!
The rest of the ingredients are very simple…plain greek yogurt, whipping cream and honey! If you want to add a little twist you can also gather some vanilla or some lemon zest or Lemon Vitality Essential Oil! There will be an option to turn these into Cherry Vanilla or Cherry Lemon Creamsicles!
We are going to make 2 layers for our Cherry Ningxia Creamsicles…one plain and one cherry blend!
Plain Yougurt Mix
Make the plain yogurt blend first (then you don’t have to clean out the blender). This is where you can add 1 Tsp vanilla or 1 Tsp lemon zest or 1 drop Lemon Vitality Essential oil if you’d like to add a flavour twist! (See recipe for measurements).
Cherry Yogurt Mix
Next, we’ll make the cherry yogurt blend! Wash the cherries well and remove the stems and pits.
Chop 2/3 of the cherries in half and finely chop the remaining 1/3 to use as bite-size pieces that you will drop into the molds!
Now make the cherry blend with the chopped cherries, remaining yogurt, cream, and honey and add Ningxia Red for a super antioxidant boost. Blend well and set aside!
Create Creamsicle Layers
Pour the plain yogurt blend into the bottom third of the popsicle molds and drop in cherry pieces. Push down with an extra popsicle stick to distribute evenly!
Then top with the cherry yogurt blend and insert popsicle sticks.
TIP: If you wet the sticks before you put them in it will help them stay standing straight up!
Freeze
Freeze for 6-8 hrs (overnight is best) and enjoy!!
Cherry NingXia Creamsicle PRINTABLE RECIPE
Cherry NingXia Creamsicles
These fruity creamsicles are packed with superfood and antioxidant goodness. A natural and healthy treat that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Fresh Cherries
- 1/3 Cup NingXia Red
- 1 Cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 Cup Whipping Cream
- 2 Tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Wash the cherries and remove the stems and pits. Chop and Set Aside.
- Blend 1/2 Cup greek yogurt, 1/2 Cup whipping cream, and 1 Tbsp honey. Set Aside.
- Blend the other 1/2 Cup greek yogurt, 1/2 Cup whipping cream, 2/3 Cup cherries, 1/3 Cup Ningxia Red, and 1 Tbsp honey. Set Aside.
- Add the plain yogurt blend to the bottom third of the popsicle molds. Drop in the remaining chopped cherries and push down with a popsicle stick to evenly distribute.
- Top with the cherry yogurt blend. Add extra cherries if desired.
- Put popsicle sticks in and freeze for 6-8 hrs. Overnight is best.
Notes
If you are using wooden popsicle sticks, soak them in water before you add them to the molds. This will help them stand straight up!
Make these Cherry Lemon Creamsicles by adding a drop of Lemon Vitality Essential Oil or a Tsp of Lemon zest to the plain yogurt blend!
Make these Cherry Vanilla Creamsicles by adding a Tsp of Vanilla to the plain yogurt blend!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 175Total Fat: 4.2gCarbohydrates: 12gSugar: 11.3gProtein: 17.6g
I hope you enjoy these yummy Cherry Ningxia Creamsicles! Here are a few more ideas for using Ningxia Red. I drink an ounce every morning instead of coffee! I find that I don’t get the shakes, the anxiety, or the energy highs and lows that I did with caffeine. There are so many ways to incorporate this super supplement into your daily routine!
More Ningxia Red Recipe Ideas
HOT FLASH SHOT: 2 oz of NingXia Red + 1 drop Cinnamon Vitality Oil+ 1 drop Peppermint Vitality Oil.
SMOOTHIE BOWL: ½ Cup Plain Greek Yogurt + ¼ Cup Strawberries + ¼ Cup Blueberries + 1 ¼ Tsp Honey + 2 oz Ningxia Red. Stir together! Add granola to the top!
SUMMER DREAMIN‘ SHOT: 2 oz of Ningxia Red + 1 drop each of Orange, Lemon, and Lime Vitality Oils.
NINGXIA SPRITZER: 2 oz of Ningxia Red + 2 oz of club soda + 1 drop Orange Vitality Oil. Serve over ice!
NINGXIA SMOOTHIE: 1 Cup plain kefir/yogurt + 2oz Ningxia Red + 1 Multigreens capsule + 2 Tbsp Elderberry syrup + 1 cup frozen fruit + 1 Cup Orange Juice. Blend and enjoy!
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Wow, I’ll have to try some Ningxia! Sounds like such a good thing for our diets and bodies! Your popsicles look so delish!
Wow! These look amazing!
Thanks! They are pretty tasty!