Popsicles
Cool off with these vibrant and refreshing homemade popsicles, the perfect summer treat made with real fruit and natural sweeteners! Bursting with the flavors of ripe strawberries, juicy mangoes, tangy blueberries, or even crisp watermelon, these popsicles are as customizable as they are delicious. A splash of lemon juice brightens the flavor, while honey or maple syrup adds just the right touch of sweetness. Blend everything with water or fruit juice for a smooth, flavorful base, or leave bits of fruit intact for a delightful texture. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time and with no cooking required, these naturally sweetened popsicles are a guilt-free way to satisfy your cravings. Great for kids and adults alike, they're the ultimate frozen snack to beat the heat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, mango, blueberries, or watermelon)
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Water or fruit juice (e.g., orange juice or apple juice)
Instructions
Wash and prepare the fresh fruit by removing stems, pits, or peels as necessary. Chop larger fruits like mangoes or strawberries into small pieces.
Add the fruit, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, and water or fruit juice to a blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth. If you prefer a chunkier popsicle, pulse the blender to keep small pieces of fruit intact.
Taste the mixture and adjust for sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if necessary.
Carefully pour the fruit mixture into popsicle molds, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top to allow for expansion as they freeze.
Insert popsicle sticks into the molds, then gently tap the molds on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Place the popsicle molds in the freezer and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until fully set.
To remove the popsicles, run warm water over the outside of the mold for 10-15 seconds to loosen them. Gently pull the popsicles out of the molds and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.0 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 605 mg | 13% | |
*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.
