These Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles are a refreshing way to beat the summer heat. Sweet strawberries and tangy lemon come together in an easy, freezer-friendly treat that's perfect on a hot day.
Why You'll Love These Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
You'll love these homemade popsicles because they're easy to make with just a blender and molds, letting you control the sweetness. These fresh, frozen treats are both healthy and delicious.
- Simple to Make: All you need is a blender and popsicle molds to create these refreshing treats.
- Customizable Sweetness: You have full control over the sugar content, allowing you to make them as sweet or tart as you like.
- Healthy & Refreshing: Made with fresh fruit, these popsicles are a guilt-free way to cool down and enjoy a healthy snack.
Ingredients Overview
To make these homemade popsicles, you'll need fresh strawberries and lemons for their bright, fruity flavor. A little sugar (or honey) and water will complete this simple list, blending into a perfect summer treat.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Strawberry Popsicles
Making these popsicles is a simple task that results in a refreshing treat. Just blend the fruit and liquid, then pour into molds and freeze.
Step 1: Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then add them to the blender.
Step 2: Add the water, and the sugar (or honey) if you choose to use it.
Step 3: Blend until the strawberry mixture is smooth and frothy.
Popsicle Mold Substitute
If you don't have a popsicle mold, you can use small paper cups, like Dixie cups. Cover each filled paper cup with aluminum foil, then poke a popsicle stick in and set in the freezer.
Step 4: Pour into the popsicle molds almost to the very top. Leave a little room for expansion.
Step 5: Place the lid and popsicle sticks into each mold according to the type of mold you are using.
Step 6: Place in the freezer for 6 hours, or until hard. You may need to set your freezer on it's coldest setting.
Step 7: When ready to serve, run hot water on the outside of the mold and gently wriggle the popsicles out. To store for later, place each popsicle in a plastic bag and store in the freezer.
Popsicles are always popular during the summer months. Their cool, refreshing taste is perfect on a hot day. If you're craving another icy option, our Pineapple Coconut Popsicles and Red White and Blue Popsicles are just as cool and refreshing.
For more fruity frozen treats, see our Mango sorbet, Acai Berry ice cream, and Peaches and Cream ice cream recipes.
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations or substitutions when making this recipe.
- Fruit Combinations: Experiment with other fruit pairings! Try raspberries and lime, or strawberries and bananas for different flavor profiles.
- Sweetener Alternatives: Instead of sugar, use honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute like stevia to adjust sweetness to your preference.
- Creamy Twist: For a creamier popsicle, add a splash of coconut milk, Greek yogurt, or even a little heavy cream to the fruit mixture before blending.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips for making this recipe:
- Ripe Fruit is Key: Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor. The riper the fruit, the less added sugar you'll need.
- Don't Overfill Molds: Leave a little space at the top of your popsicle molds. The liquid will expand slightly as it freezes.
- No Molds? If you don't have popsicle molds, use small paper cups and insert popsicle sticks once the mixture is partially frozen (after about an hour).
- Freeze Completely: Ensure the popsicles are completely frozen before attempting to remove them, usually at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight. This prevents breakage.
- Easy Removal: If your popsicles are hard to remove from the molds, run the outside of the mold under warm water for a few seconds. They should then slide out easily.
Storage Options
Some recommended storage options for this recipe are:
- Freezer: Keep popsicles in their molds or, once fully frozen, remove them and store in an airtight freezer-safe bag or container. This prevents freezer burn and keeps them fresh for up to 2-3 weeks.
- Prevent Stickiness: If storing removed popsicles in a bag, you can wrap each one individually in a small piece of parchment paper to prevent them from sticking together.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can taste the mixture before freezing and add more sugar or a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup to your liking. If your strawberries are in season and fully ripe, you may need no sweetener at all!
Yes, you can make these strawberry fruit popsicles without a popsicle mold. Simply pour the popsicle mixture into ice cube trays and freeze. Once the popsicles are frozen, you can pop them out of the trays and enjoy.
Yes, you can make these popsicles without a blender. Simply mash the strawberries with a fork or potato masher until they are smooth.
Freezing time can vary depending on your freezer and mold size, but generally, they'll be solid in 4-6 hours, or overnight.
To get the popsicles out of the mold, run the mold under warm water for a few seconds. The popsicles should pop right out.
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Get The Recipe!
Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
Equipment
- Regular Popsicle Molds
- Wooden Popsicle Stick
- blender
Instructions
- Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then add them to the blender.1 lb strawberries
- Add the water, and the sugar if you choose to use it.1 cup water, 2 tablespoon sugar
- Blend until the strawberry mixture is smooth.
- Pour into the popsicle molds almost to the very top. Leave a little room for expansion.PRO TIP: If you don't have a popsicle mold, you can use paper cups or ice cube trays. Paper Dixie cups work great!
- Place the lid and popsicle sticks into each mold according to the type of mold you are using.
- Place in the freezer for 6 hours, or until hard. You may need to set your freezer on it's coldest setting.
Notes
- Ripe Fruit is Key: Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor. The riper the fruit, the less added sugar you'll need.
- Don't Overfill Molds: Leave a little space at the top of your popsicle molds. The liquid will expand slightly as it freezes.
- No Molds? If you don't have popsicle molds, use small paper cups and insert popsicle sticks once the mixture is partially frozen (after about an hour).
- Freeze Completely: Ensure the popsicles are completely frozen before attempting to remove them, usually at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight. This prevents breakage.
- Easy Removal: If your popsicles are hard to remove from the molds, run the outside of the mold under warm water for a few seconds. They should then slide out easily.
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