Easy Frozen Fruit Popsicles Recipe
A simple, customizable recipe for homemade frozen fruit popsicles that are perfect for kids and summer fun. Made with fresh or frozen fruit, juice, and optional yogurt or sweeteners for a healthy, refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours (freezing time)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 popsicles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups fresh or frozen fruit (berries, mango chunks, peaches, watermelon, kiwi)
- 1 cup 100% fruit juice or liquid base (orange juice, apple juice, or coconut water)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup)
- Optional: 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon or lime juice
- Optional: fresh herbs like mint or basil leaves
Instructions
- Rinse fresh fruit and peel or pit if needed. If using frozen fruit, let it soften slightly for easier blending. (About 5 minutes)
- Add 3 cups of chosen fruit and 1 cup of juice or liquid base to a blender. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured with some fruit bits. (2-3 minutes)
- Mix in 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese if using. Add 1 teaspoon lemon or lime juice and sweetener to taste. Blend or stir by hand to keep chunks if desired. (2 minutes)
- Pour mixture into popsicle molds, leaving space at the top for expansion. Optionally add small fruit pieces or fresh mint leaves. (3 minutes)
- Place molds on a flat tray and freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
- To unmold, run warm water over the outside of the mold for a few seconds. Serve immediately or store in freezer-safe bags for up to 2 weeks. (2 minutes)
Notes
Use organic fruit and fresh-squeezed juice for best flavor. Avoid over-blending yogurt to prevent runny texture. Leave space in molds for expansion. Run warm water on molds to unmold easily. Chop large fruits for even freezing. Layer different fruit purees for visual effect. Dairy-free versions can use coconut or almond milk yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 6080
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.1
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 13
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