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Apricot Orange Smasher Recipe

Beat the heat with this vibrant Apricot Orange Smasher! This simple recipe makes a delicious icy-pole (ice pop) perfect for a hot day, or blend it with crushed ice for a refreshing granita. Sweet apricots and zesty oranges combine for a taste sensation that's both easy and incredibly rewarding.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 79.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apricot Orange Smasher

  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • not used in recipe (fresh apricots are used)
  • not used in recipe
  • not used in recipe
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 cup pitted fresh apricots

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How to Make Apricot Orange Smasher

  1. Combine 1 cup pitted fresh apricots with 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until apricots are very soft, about 5-7 minutes. Mash slightly with a fork.
  3. Let the apricot mixture cool slightly.
  4. Add the cooked apricots, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup apricot nectar (or more orange juice to taste), and 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup (adjust to your sweetness preference) to a blender.
  5. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  6. For icy-poles: Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
  7. For granita: Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for 1 hour. Then, scrape the mixture with a fork to create ice crystals. Repeat this process every 30 minutes until a slushy granita consistency is achieved.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion South West Pacific For 1 Or 2 Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Australian Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Brunch Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less