5 DIY Popsicle Recipes to Try this Summer

Ah, summer the season of scorching sunshine, outdoor activities, family picnics and seeking solace in frozen treats! One of the most famous frozen treats is a popsicle. It is a delicious way to beat the heat and stay hydrated. But why bother buying a popsicle from a shop or supermarket. In this blog we will provide some easy and convenient ways to make popsicles at home. So, grab your popsicle molds and let’s embark on a frozen adventure together

Why are Homemade Popsicles the best?

Now, you might be wondering, "Why bother making popsicles at home when I can just buy one at the store? Well homemade popsicles not only allow you to control the ingredients and sweetness levels, but they also give you the creative freedom to experiment with fun flavors and combinations. Plus, it's yet another fun summer activity that you can do with your friends or family.

Popular Popsicle Recipes

1. Mango and Yogurt Popsicle

This healthy popsicle is filled with healthy nutrients like vitamins and probiotics which is ideal for summer.

Ingredients

• 1 large mango
• 1 cup vanilla yogurt
• 1 Tablespoon honey, sugar, syrup (Optional)

Instruction

• Take the pulp of the mango, mix yogurt and other ingredients
• Add the mixture in a blender and blend it nicely
• Transfer it to your favourite shaped popsicle mold
• Freeze completely and enjoy

2. Watermelon Lime Popsicle

This popsicle will provide you with the hydration you desperately need in the summer. Watermelon and lime are good sources of vitamins A and C which are good for immunity.

Ingredients

• 2-3 cups of deseeded chopped watermelon
• Lime juice
• One tablespoon sugar (optional)

Instruction

• Add watermelon in a blender and make a smooth puree
• Add lime juice and sugar
• Pour the mixture in a popsicle mold
• Freeze it and Enjoy

3. Berry Smoothie Popsicle

Berries are an essential summer fruit. This popsicle recipe takes everything good about berries and gives you a great way of consuming them.

Ingredients

• 1-2 cups of your favourite berries
• ½ cup of milk
• 1-2 mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon sugar (Optional)

Instruction

• Blend the yogurt, milk, berries, honey, and optional mint leaves on medium speed until smooth.
• Pour mixture into the Pop Molds.
• Freeze and enjoy!

4. Fruity Vegan Popsicle

If you are a vegan don’t worry, we have got something for you as well. This fruity popsicle is tasty, healthy and vegan making it perfect for activity fille summer day.

Ingredients

• 1-2 cups of fruits of your choice
• ½ cup of coconut water, almond or oat milk

Instruction

• Mix different fruit nicely
• Add to blender to form a uniform mixture
• Add to popsicle mold of your choice
• Freeze the mixture and enjoy

5. Apple, Pear, and Orange Popsicle

This popsicle offers benefits of multiple fruits. Apple for good digestion, Pear to reduce inflammation and orange for hydration and antioxidant benefits.

Ingredients

• ½ cup chopped apple
• ½ cup chopped pear
• ½ cup orange slices

Instruction

• Add all these fruits in the blender
• Mix until it forms a uniform mixture
• Add sugar (Optional)
• Add the mixture to popsicle mold
• Freeze and enjoy

Tips to make a healthy popsicle

• Choose natural and ripe fruits
• Avoid artificial colours
• Avoid adding excess sugar
• Add on ingredients like nuts, cream etc. To enhance the value

Conclusion

Homemade popsicle during summer is the best way to eat your taste some delicious fruits and stay hydrated. Making popsicles at home allows you to choose your favourite ingredients. It is also a great way to spend time with your friends and family. Homemade popsicles are better than those sold in store at you can avoid adding artificial colour and preservatives.

Hope this article have provides you with some of the tasty and easy homemade popsicle recipes to start with. Do try to make them at home and tell us in the comments which one you liked.

FAQs

1. How do you make homemade popsicles that aren't icy?

You can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to make popsicles creamy and not icy.

2. How to make your own popsicle sticks?

To make your own popsicle sticks use ingredients like plastic spoons, straws and wooden skewers.

3. How long do homemade popsicles last?

Depending on the ingredients and the preparation method a homemade popsicle can last anywhere between 15-20 days

4. How to make popsicles freeze faster?

To make popsicles freeze faster, use a combination of methods: chill the mixture in the refrigerator before freezing, use a flash freezer or ice bath, and stir the mixture every 30 minutes while freezing.