It's delicious, refreshing, and 100% fruit!
Discover our recipe for homemade popsicles, with no added sugar, made with acai purée and juicy nectarines: the perfect duo to put a spring in your step!
Fun to prepare and delicious to eat, these popsicles are a healthy, colorful and invigorating alternative to industrial ice creams. A frozen dessert that will appeal to children and adults alike.
PEACH, NECTARINE, BRUGNON... WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
The origin of the difference
Contrary to popular belief, nectarines and brugnons do not result from a cross between a peach and a plum, but rather from a genetic mutation.
Indeed, peaches, nectarines and brugnons actually belong to the same species, called Prunus Persica. The difference between these fruits is due to a mutation affecting a single gene responsible for the texture of the skin. This variation has been known since Antiquity, and Pliny the Elder had already mentioned it in his writings in the 1st century.
A primarily physical difference
Thus, the main difference, visible at first glance, concerns the texture of the skin. Peaches are easily recognized by their fuzzy appearance, due to the fine layer of tiny hairs covering them. Brugnons and nectarines, on the other hand, are distinguished by their smooth, shiny skin.
So how can you tell a nectarine from a brugnon? The answer lies at the heart of the fruit, in how firmly the pit adheres to the flesh. The nectarine’s pit comes away easily, whereas the brugnon’s remains firmly attached. As for taste, nectarines are often more fragrant and sweeter than brugnons. Perfect for frozen desserts!
THE IDEAL FROZEN DESSERT
From the blender to the first bite, this recipe is a delight at every step:
- Easy and fun to prepare: perfect for making with family or friends.
- The nectarine adds sweetness, fiber and a good dose of vitamin C to support the immune system.
- Acai, the superfruit from the Amazon, enhances the recipe with its antioxidants, healthy fats (omega-6 and omega-9), rich mineral content and subtle flavor somewhere between red berries and cocoa.
- All resulting in an ultra-refreshing frozen treat, ideal for enjoying on hot, sunny days!
RECIPE
For this recipe, you will need:
- 150g acai, raspberry and banana acai bowl mix
- 3 very ripe yellow nectarines
- 1/2 banana
- Popsicle molds
Preparation:
- Blend the acai, raspberry and banana mix
- Blend the nectarines and banana
- Pour into popsicle molds and insert the sticks.
- Leave to set in the freezer for at least 12 hours. The ice must be fully solidified. Unmold just before serving.
A refreshing idea for little ones!
These frozen popsicles are an excellent option for children and babies:
- With no added sugar and rich in fruit and fiber, they are perfect as a healthy, refreshing snack during hot weather.
- The bonus: you can make them together! Children love getting involved: pouring in the mixtures, choosing the molds... This makes this snack a truly fun and delicious moment to share.
And of course, adults will love them too. Whether at the end of a meal, at snack time, or by the pool, these fruity popsicles are a hit with everyone.