Find the best nutritious and easy to make baby popsicles. With a range of flavors, tested popsicle molds, and storage tips, these popsicles are a perfect baby snack or dessert…or teething relief!
I have long loved baby popsicles as a way to both soothe teething gums and offer a fun baby snack on warm days. And these are my go-to recipe that are easy to make, nutritious, and so yummy.
Quick Look: Baby Popsicles
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours, 5 minutes (includes freezing time)
- Serving: 6-8
- Flavor Profile: Bright strawberry flavor with creamy texture
- Difficulty: Easy, perfect for everyday baby snacks
- Why to Make: It’s a quick baby snack without added sugars
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I recommend having a popsicle mold ready to go, so you can make quick work of the process. Or you can use a breastmilk freezer tray with popsicle sticks if you happen to have both.
Why this Recipe Works
With just fruit and yogurt (or coconut milk to make them dairy-free), you can make the yummiest popsicles for baby as a snack, to help with teething, or to help cool baby on warm days.
(You may also like Mango Popsicles, Fruit Slushies, Fruit Ice Pops, Frozen Yogurt, and my guide on how to make popsicles.)
Ingredients You Need
Here’s a look at the ingredients you need to make a batch of Baby Popsicles to share with the littles.
- Fruit: You can use fresh or frozen fruit in this recipe. If using frozen fruit, you will want to thaw it first. I like strawberries, mango, and banana best as they are very naturally sweet and flavorful.
- Yogurt: Blending the fruit with yogurt makes the popsicles creamy and easy for baby to eat. I prefer using full-fat whole milk yogurt for the calcium, protein, and probiotics. To make these dairy-free, use full-fat coconut milk in a can.
How to Make Baby Popsicles
Here’s an overview of how to make this Baby Popsicle recipe so you know what to expect. Go to the full recipe at the end of the post for the amounts and timing.
Step 1. Add the ingredients to a blender.
Step 2. Blend smooth.
Step 3. Pour mixture into your popsicle molds.
Step 4. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
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Baby Popsicles FAQs
You can give baby popsicles soon after starting solids, using simple ingredients they might eat in regular form. You can also freeze leftover purees or pouches, too.
You can make simple baby popsicles using fruit and yogurt, breast milk or formula, or using leftover fruit or yogurt baby food.
Soon after starting solids, or around 6 months of age. This is an easy option for teething relief. (Though some babies may only want their breast milk or formula warm.)
Best Popsicle Mold for Babies
I prefer this mini popsicle mold from Zoku for babies. We started using them at around 7 months because they are a great size for little hands. Plus the popsicle mixture stays firmly attached to the base, reducing any choking risk.
How to Store
Store any remaining baby popsicles in a freezer bag with as much air removed as possible for up to 3 months.
Best Tips for Success
- Use plain whole-milk yogurt to ensure the popsicles are filling and provide a source of beneficial fats.
- Check my list of favorite popsicle molds for the best options, or pick up a silicone drip guard for store-bought popsicles.
- If a Baby Popsicle is hard to release from the mold, run it under warm water for 30-60 seconds and try again.
- Freeze leftover baby food pouches into easy baby popsicles for another option.
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Favorite Baby Popsicles
Ingredients
- 6 ounces plain whole-milk yogurt
- 1 cup diced strawberries (stems removed)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor or blender and grind until well combined, about 10 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- Divide the yogurt mixture evenly among reusable popsicle molds.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. Run popsicle molds under warm water briefly to help loosen. Serve.
Equipment
Notes
- Store any remaining pops in a freezer bag with as much air removed as possible for up to 3 months.
- Use frozen strawberries if that’s what you have. Thaw them first or you may need to stop and start the blender a few times to get it going.
- Use whole-milk yogurt. This will enhance the creamy texture, offer the fats that your toddler’s brains need, and will just taste better.
- Run the molds or cups under warm water if needed to help them release easily.
Thanks for this. Amazing truly yummy snack. Have you tried adding frozen veg. Like carrots to the ice cream?
You could do cooked and cooled carrots or blend in baby spinach.