Orange Pops
Beat the summer heat with these bright and refreshing Orange Pops, a homemade treat bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh orange juice and a hint of zesty citrus. Infused with a touch of real vanilla extract and an optional drizzle of honey or maple syrup, these popsicles are as flavorful as they are wholesome. The addition of orange zest enhances the vibrant, tangy flavor, making each bite a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy goodness. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time, these pops are ideal for kids and adults alike. Perfectly customizable and freezer-friendly, Orange Pops are your go-to guilt-free dessert or snack for sunny days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Water
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
Instructions
In a mixing bowl or large jug, combine the fresh orange juice, water, and orange zest.
If you'd like sweeter pops, stir in the honey or maple syrup until fully dissolved. This step is optional and depends on the sweetness of the oranges used.
Mix in the vanilla extract to add a depth of flavor to your popsicles.
Carefully pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small amount of space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
Insert popsicle sticks into the molds. If the molds do not hold the sticks upright, cover the molds with aluminum foil and poke the sticks through the foil for support.
Place the molds into the freezer and freeze for at least 5-6 hours, or until the popsicles are completely solid.
To unmold, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds to loosen the popsicles. Gently pull the sticks to release.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing homemade Orange Pops!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 945 mg | 20% | |
*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.
