Okay, who pissed-off Mother Nature? It is hot out there, people! PLEASE apologize to her, ASAP!!
We have had higher than average temperatures all summer, and according to NOAA Climate.gov we will have hotter than average temps all summer long! Aside from one or two really nice, humidity-free days, it’s been too hot for this fair-skinned redhead!
My girls have been begging me to make ice pops for weeks, but I’ve been too busy with work and other things to make the effort.
Well, the stars all aligned this week and I was made some really tasty ice pops. I found some $1 ice pop molds at the dollar store (fair warning 2 of the 5 trays I bought had holes and leaked everywhere. :-(Â Next time I’m going to buy this set>>>)Â and I had a bunch of tasty farm-fresh fruit from my weekly Produce Box delivery for inspiration!
The Produce Box is a fantastic service in North Carolina that provides boxes of fresh produce, meats, dairy, and bakery items directly from local farmers and other small business owners. Each week there is a different selection, depending on whatâs available and in season, and unlike a CSA, you choose exactly what, and how much you want to purchase. Itâs like a farmerâs market brought right to your door. (Want to become a member? Check it out here! Use my referral link and we will both receive a $10 credit!)
I wish I had realized sooner how little time and effort it would take to make these delicious fruit-filled ice pops! I made four different types of ice pops, including one just for the adults, in less than 30 minutes (the cocktail-inspired recipe will be posted on the blog soon–if you can’t wait, try my Frozen Strawberry Starburst recipe)!
There’s no need for special equipment if you don’t already have, or want to buy, ice pop molds. You can use small disposable cups, plastic wrap, and plastic spoons or clean craft sticks, or ice cube trays, foil, and toothpicks<<my mom used to do that when I was little. As long as you have a blender or food processor, you are good to go. And even if you don’t, you can still make these ice pops, just put your kids to work mashing up the fruit.
The hardest part of the whole process was waiting for the ice pops to freeze completely!
My girls’ favorite was the Watermelon Raspberry, with the Very Berry Lemonade a close second. The Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Pops were good, but the girls decided I should have blended the blueberries first, so I amended the instructions for that recipe.
Let me know which flavor combination is your favorite!
Watermelon Raspberry Ice Pops
These Watermelon Raspberry Ice Pops are my girls' favorite! The lemon juice really lets the fruit flavors pop, so don't leave it out.
Ingredients
- 5 cups seedless watermelon, cut into chunks
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional, as needed)
Instructions
Place the watermelon, raspberries, and lemon juice into a blender/food processor and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth. Taste and add sugar if desired/as needed. Blend until sugar is incorporated.
Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and insert sticks or handles. Freeze until firm, at least 4 hours.
When ready to eat, run the molds under hot water to release the ice pop.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 fruit pop (made with 1/4 cup sugar)Amount Per Serving: Calories: 59Total Fat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 14.8gFiber: 1.4gSugar: 12.4gProtein: 0.8g
Very Berry Lemonade Ice Pops
Prep Time: 5Â minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Yield: About 10 ice pops
Ingredients:
- 4 cups Lemonade
- 1/2 cup Blackberries
- 1/2 cup Raspberries
- 1/2 cup Blueberries
Directions:
Add a variety of berries to each ice pop mold then fill with the lemonade.
Place the tops on the mold, freeze at least 4 hours or overnight. Run the mold under hot water. Wiggle the ice pop a little bit until it pops free.
Serving Size: 1 fruit pop, Calories: 63, Sugar: 14.1g, Sodium: 5mg, Fat: 0.2g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Unsaturated Fat:Â 0g, Trans Fat: 0, Carbohydrates: 16g, Fiber: 1.2g, Protein: 0.4g, Cholesterol: 0mg
Lemon & Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pops
Ingredients:
- 2 cups lemon full-fat yogurt (like Noosa)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 ¼ cups blueberries, fresh pureed
Instructions:
Serving Size: 1 fruit pop, Calories: 256, Sugar: 35.7g, Sodium: 156mg, Fat: 1.7g, Saturated Fat: 0.8g, Unsaturated Fat: .9g, Trans Fat: 0, Carbohydrates: 52.5g, Fiber: 5.2g, Protein: 8.2g, Cholesterol: 11mg
While the yogurt pops are higher in calories than the other two recipes (you need that full-fat yogurt to make the pops taste extra creamy and delicious) they are also a lot higher in fiber and protein. If you want to add a little extra something in there for an extra healthy boost, add 1-2 tablespoons of chia seeds into the yogurt mixture.
I hope you enjoy these ice pops as much as my girls and I did.
Do you have a favorite combination of fruits you think would make a great ice pop? Let me know in the comments!
candy says
Going to have to make some of these hassle free ice pops as a treat for the grandkids. Hassle free is the key word here, plus like all the fruit in them.
Glenda Cates says
I will make these for my son and his friends this afternoon once we return from the Water Park as it may be 108 here in Fort Worth this afternoon.
Amber says
Yum, I’ll have to make these for my kids. We live in Texas where it’s incredibly hot, so we need cool treats like this.
Jasmine Eclipse says
Love these! I always see these popsicle makers when I go to the store, but I never know what I would make with them. Thank you for these recipes! I think I’ll pick up a set and make some for myself! 🙂
Tammy says
Yummy. That looks so good and would be so cool here in Florida right now where its so HOT!!!!!!!
wendy says
I love that there are healthy berries in these! They look so cool and refreshing.
Leona says
We are in definite need of these ice pops with the heat we are having here. I’m going to give this recipe a try.
Sarah Bailey says
There is absolutely nothing like a good ice pop on a warm day and these sound absolutely delicious – perfect for putting together at home and having ready to get out when the sun hits.
Sara Welch says
I really love these ingredients you are using! Healthy treats are my favorite ones!
Kita Bryant says
My kids would really love to help me make some of these. They love ice pops!
Karen Morse says
Who doesn’t want to make ice pops during the summer! Love this and I just love how easy the recipes are to copy. Thanks for the lovely ideas. I really like adding or using fresh fruits!
Jeanette says
I must try these with my kids. Especially the Watermelon Raspberry. I’m a sucker for anything with watermelon and my raspberry bushes are full of berries this year! Great idea! Thanks for sharing.
Heather says
We love making our own popsicles! It’s so much healthier and better than store bought. These recipes both look delicious.
Terri says
I adore ice pops and you have given me some good recipes to try! Thanks!
lisalisa says
My kids would love these! With the weather being so hot lately this would be the perfect time to create some ice pops. Plus, I just purchased a new blender yesterday so off to the grocery store to grab the ingredients.
Terri Beavers says
I love the look of those ice pop molds. I’ve been telling the grandkids I’ll try to make them some, sometime. They want to eat fudge popsicles all day long and I don’t think it’s good for them. I’d rather monitor what goes into them.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
Love how simple these are too make. My daughter loves ice pops, especially with fruit!
Carol Cassara says
Cool ice pop recipes to try this summer! I really like making them because they’re so easy and they’re perfect for beating the summer heat!
Chubskulit Rose says
I have never tried making ice pops. I should try this for my kids maybe they’ll like it. I love that you put fruits in it.