A grown-up popsicle (for kids, you might leave out the basil). The sweeter your fruit, the less sweetener you will need, so be sure to taste your mixture before adding any. You can also use nectarines in these yummy pops.
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        Peachy basil pops
    
    
                 
    
        
    Ingredients
    
                - 1 pound ripe white or yellow peaches (about 3 medium), halved and pitted
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1-2 tablespoons agave nectar to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
        
    Instructions
    
                - Coarsely chop peaches in a food processor. Transfer 1 cup of chunky peaches to a medium bowl; stir in basil and set aside.
- To peaches remaining in food processor, add orange and lemon juice, agave, and vanilla. Purée until smooth. Add to bowl with the chunky peaches and mix well. Divide mixture among eight 3-ounce pop molds. Freeze until set, about 3 hours.
        
    Recipe Notes
    
                Nutrition Facts
        Peachy basil pops
        
        
            Amount Per Serving        
        
            Calories 45
                    
        
        
            % Daily Value*
        
                                                    
                Total Carbohydrates 11g
                4%
            
                        
                Dietary Fiber 1g
                4%
            
                                                
            Protein 1g
            2%
        
                
            * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.         
    PER SERVING: 45 cal, 0g fat (0g mono, 0g poly, 0g sat), 0mg chol, 1g protein, 11g carb, 1g fiber, 0mg sodium