myself all week because in my mind it's already fall. The leaves are falling off the tree outside my bedroom window. I'm already dreaming about making all sorts of delicious fall goodies. Just yesterday I cooked 3 kilos (like 6 pounds) of Camotes Enmielados (Candied Sweet Potatoes in Piloncillo Syrup), which made my house smell like one of those Bath & Body Works fall candles. And my kiddies all go back to school tomorrow.
But as excited as I am about fall, a part of me isn't ready to let go of summer just yet. It's probably because the kiddies' summer break was only 5 weeks long this year, which has to be the shortest. summer. break. EVER! Thankfully Hubby kindly reminded me that just because school starts tomorrow doesn't mean that summer season is officially over. My calendar clearly marks that we still have one whole month of summer to enjoy. So with that in mind and because peanut butter and jelly is the first thing that comes to mind when I think of back-to-school lunches, I made the kiddies these PB&J Paletas (popsicles) as a cool (and delicious) afterschool snack to help beat the heat of the dog days of summer.
One bite of these Peanut Butter & Jelly Paletas and I'm sure you'll agree that they taste like a pb&j sandwich on a stick. Only way cooler!
Peanut Butter & Jelly Paletas
Ingredients:
- 2 cups plain or vanilla flavored yogurt
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam or grape jelly
Mix the yogurt, peanut butter, and sugar (if using) with a wire whisk or an electric mixer on medium speed until completely combined. Fill 6 to 8 dixie cups or popsicle molds halfway with the peanut butter mixture. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of jam, then continue filling the popsicle molds with the remaining peanut butter mixture. Insert wooden popsicle sticks into center of each mold or plastic cup. Freeze for 2 to 3 hours or overnight. Enjoy!
Receta en español
For more Back-to-School recipe ideas, this week's theme hosted by Momma's Meals, check out these delicious recipes my #SundaySupper friends are sharing this week.
Back to School Beginnings
- Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Muffins from Killer Bunnies
- Make Ahead Waffle Casserole from Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
- Apple Muffins from Meal Diva
- Apple Oat Breakfast Cookies from What Smells So Good?
- Toast Three Ways from Foxes Love Lemons
Back to School Lunches and Simple Suppers
- Owl Bento Box from Simply Gourmet
- First Day of School Pinwheels from Jane's Adventures in Dinner
- Quick and Easy Hot Pastrami Sliders from Webicurean
- Grilled Chicken Revamp from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Baked Eggplant Parmesan from Hezzi D's Books and Cooks
- Chicken and Zucchinin Meatballs from Casa de Crews
- Clean Eating Lunches Your Kids will Love from Amee's Savory Dish
- Crispy Chicken Legs from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- DIY Veggie Cup Noodles from Food Lust People Love
- Chicken Nuggets from Nosh my Way
- Skinny Spinach Mac and Cheese from Take a Bite out of Boca
- Chicken Schnitzle from Panning the Globe
- Berry Nutty Bento from Ninja Baking
- Spagetti and Chicken Meatballs from Soni's Food
- Chopped Shrimp Salad with Honey Lime Vinagraitte from The Weekend Gourmet
- Steak & Cheese Pockets from Momma's Meals
- Turkey Pinwheels from Peanut Butter and Peppers
Back to School Sips
- Hulk SMASH Smoothie from Run DMT
- Good Morning Smoothies from Family Foodie
Back to School Super Snacks
- Nutty Granola from Life Tastes Good
- On the Go Guacamole from Shannon at Country Girl in the Village
- Cinnamon Caramel Apple Energy Balls from Cupcakes and Kale Chips
- Playground Granola Bars from Noshing with the Nolands
- Apricot Dip from Magnolia Days
- Parmesan Garlic Oven Roasted Chick Peas from Ruffles and Truffles
- Home Made Graham Crackers from Curious Cuisiniere
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Granola Bars from Pies and Plots
- Gluten Free Apple Zucchini Flax Bread from Sue's Nutrition Buzz
- Beef and Veggie Sliders from Grumpy's Honeybunch
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Popcorn from Simply Healthy Family
- Frushi (Fruit Sushi) from Mama Bee Does
Back to School Sweets and Treats
- Open Face PB & J Cookies from Desserts Required
- Berry Topped Chocolate Silk Tart from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Paletas from La Cocina de Leslie
- Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins from Confessions of a Culinary Diva
- Love Note Doodle Bugs from Happy Baking Days
- Frozen Yogurt Mud Pies from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
- Brown Butter Peanut Butter Crispy Treats from The Texan New Yorker
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Leaves falling off trees? Say it isn't so! I want summer to keep going strong for awhile. Mostly so I have an excuse to make these popsicles. They look like quite a treat!
ReplyDeleteOh man...there is nothing more classic for back to school than the combo of peanut butter and jelly! Love these frozen treats!
ReplyDeleteSo easy and so fun! I can't wait to make these with my boys!!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fun recipe - and healthy too! My kids are older - high school and college age - but I know they'd love these. So would I!
ReplyDeleteWhat a yummy, cool treat to eat at the end of a long school day! Perfect after school snack!
ReplyDeleteThese are incentive enough for kids to do well in school. I know I would be on my best behavior if these paletas were waiting for me after a long day of studying!
ReplyDeleteThese seem way easier to make than I ever thought! Oh my goodness
ReplyDeleteOh, my! These look SO tasty.
ReplyDeleteI'm such a peanut butter addict, I can't wait to try these.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try these Leslie. One thing we did to make the paletas a little easier to eat was to make some molds using 1 1/4 inch PVC pipe and cap. The white PVC that you can use for water connections, we cut them to about 5 inches, glued the end cap on them, made a holder for them in the freezer and when you want to thaw them out just run hot water on the outside for less than a minute and they release.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe!
What a fantastic idea, I am drooling thinking about how great these would be!!
ReplyDeleteI have missed eating pb&js and this just might feel that craving. Love the idea and thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThese look super fun! What kid wouldn't like to have one of these after school?
ReplyDeleteThese PB&J treats are great snack ideas!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh these look soooo yummy!!! Now I'm craving peanut butter and jelly!
ReplyDeleteThese are brilliant!
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