How to Make Popsicles (Ultimate Guide)

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How to Make Popsicles (Ultimate Guide)

Learn how to make popsicles with a base of either yogurt (for a creamy popsicle) or fruit juice (for an ice-pop version) with this simple method. Plan to make these at least 4-6 hours before you want to serve.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 4 10

Servings

Calories 104kcal

Author Amy Palanjian

Equipment

Ingredients

Creamy Yogurt Popsicles

12 ounces plain Greek yogurt (2% or 4% milk fat; two 6-ounce containers)
2 cups diced fruit (such as strawberries, mango, banana, or blueberries)
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla

Ice Pop-Style Popsicles

12 ounces fruit juice (such as apple, grape, or watermelon juice; you can also use 2 cups of diced fresh seedless watermelon)
2 cups diced fruit (such as grapes, strawberries, watermelon, mango, or pineapple)

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Instructions

Choose your style of popsicle.
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. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Divide the 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.
Store any remaining pops in a freezer bag with as much air removed as possible for up to 3 months.

Notes

Once the popsicles are frozen solid, transfer to a zip-top storage bag. Remove as much air from the bag as you can and seal. Freeze for up to 6 months.
Use a base of yogurt, coconut milk, or fruit juice, depending on the flavor you're wanting to make.
Taste the blended mixture and sweeten to taste with honey (for kids over age 1) or maple syrup.
Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
Run a plastic popsicle mold under warm water for 15-30 seconds to help release the popsicle as needed.
Let yogurt-based popsicles sit at room temperature for 10 minutes so they soften and are a little creamy before serving.
Find the best popsicle mold for your family to use season after season.
To make these for a baby, avoid using honey.

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