Dairy-Free Zesty Lemon Popsicles
Beat the summer heat with these refreshing Dairy-Free Zesty Lemon Popsicles! Bursting with tangy citrus flavor from fresh lemon juice and zest, these creamy popsicles are made with full-fat coconut milk for a velvety texture that’s completely dairy-free. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and kissed with a hint of vanilla, they strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart. In just 15 minutes of prep, you can whip up this simple yet delightful treat that’s perfect for vegans, those with dairy allergies, or anyone craving a healthier frozen dessert. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a cool family snack, these homemade popsicles are sure to brighten your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole Fresh lemons
- 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened, full-fat)
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Roll the lemons on a countertop to help release the juices, then slice them in half and juice them into a measuring cup. You’ll need 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice, which is approximately the juice of 3 medium lemons.
Zest one of the lemons to get about 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and water until smooth and fully combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding a little more maple syrup, if desired.
Carefully pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small amount of space at the top to allow for expansion when freezing.
Insert popsicle sticks into the molds. If the sticks don’t stay centered, cover the molds with foil and poke the sticks through the foil to secure them in place.
Place the molds in the freezer and freeze for at least 6 hours, or until the popsicles are fully set.
To release the popsicles from the molds, run the molds under warm water for 10–15 seconds to loosen them, then gently remove the popsicles.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.7 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.8 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.0 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 899 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
