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The other day, we were outside enjoying the sunshine—I was busy weeding, and Liam was on one of his little adventures. Suddenly, he proclaimed, serious as can be, that he had found an Easter egg. Considering that we had counted all the eggs on Easter and made sure we had found them all, I thought he must be mistaken—until he opened it and, sure enough, there was candy inside! We were both so surprised, and I couldn’t help but feel proud of his treasure-hunting skills, so I let him eat the candy.

A few minutes later, Liam went inside, saying he needed to put his hoodie away. When he came back, wouldn’t you know it? He found another egg—just sitting there in plain sight. How did we miss it before? That’s when it hit me. I watched as he went inside a third time, and it finally clicked. My clever little trickster had a stash of Easter eggs still full of candy in his room, and he was sneaking them outside to ‘find’ them again.

I laughed, called him out, and he just gave me that classic, mischievous grin. We both burst into laughter—caught in the game of his own little Easter egg adventure.

Honestly, it’s moments like these that make me grateful for quick and easy treats like these Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Pops. Sure, they’re packed with creamy, fruity goodness and a boost of protein—but more importantly, they’re a sweet surprise waiting in the freezer… and unlike those Easter eggs, I actually know where these are hiding.

Why You’ll Love These Pops

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Pops are everything you want in a treat—cool, creamy, and perfectly sweet with a boost of protein from cottage cheese and a touch of vanilla protein powder. They’re a refreshing snack for sunny days, a satisfying post-workout treat, or even a sneaky way to get some extra protein into your kids.

Plus, they’re quick to make and easy to customize. Add extra strawberries, swirl in some jam, or skip the graham cracker crumbs for a lighter version.

And the best part? You can ‘hide’ these in your freezer for when you need a little pick-me-up, just like Liam’s surprise Easter eggs… only this time, I actually know where they’re hidden.

Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Pops Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat)
• 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen, chopped)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers (for ‘crust’ layer)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Add strawberries and pulse to combine. Leave small chunks for texture or blend fully for a smoother popsicle.
3. Optional: Add a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers to the bottom of each popsicle mold.
4. Pour the mixture into molds and insert popsicle sticks.
5. Freeze for 4–6 hours or overnight.
6. Run warm water over the molds to release.

Notes:

• Adjust the honey based on the sweetness of your protein powder.
• Use fresh strawberries for a brighter flavor, or frozen for convenience.
• These make a great post-workout treat or a kid-friendly summer snack.

And That’s a Wrap!

These Strawberry Cheesecake Cottage Cheese Pops have become a little bit of sunshine on a stick for us. Whether it’s a hot afternoon or just a sweet surprise after a long day, they always bring a smile—just like Liam’s little Easter egg adventure.

If you give these a try, I hope they bring a bit of joy to your day too. And if you catch any little “tricksters” hiding their own treats, you’ll know you’re not alone.

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