Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles Your Kids Will Love
Who doesn’t love a delicious and healthy popsicle? Our strawberry lemonade popsicles are the perfect treat for summer. They are so easy to make those older kids can whip up a batch themselves.
Get ready for delicious, homemade fruity popsicles! Our simple recipe provides step-by-step directions, plus tips and tricks to help you along the way.
Don’t have a popsicle mold? We’ve found a way to make them without one.
As a busy parent, you know how important it is to have snacks to keep your kids cool and satisfied during the hot summer months. And what better snack than a sweet and tangy popsicle? Are your tastebuds ready for our fruity strawberry lemonade popsicle?
Jump to RecipeWhat You Need To Make Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
FRESH OR FROZEN STRAWBERRIES: Strawberries, the star ingredient in these Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles, are delicious and packed with natural sweetness and vibrant color.
Whether you use fresh or frozen strawberries, their sweet and tangy flavor will infuse your popsicles with a burst of summer freshness that everyone will enjoy.
LEMON JUICE: The fresh lemon juice in this recipe adds a zesty tang to balance out the sweetness of the strawberries, creating a refreshing and natural flavor combination that is perfect for summer.
CORN SYRUP OR AGAVE: Corn syrup or agave provide just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the natural flavor of the strawberries and lemon.
You can use honey as a substitute if you prefer. However, do not give anything containing honey to children under one, as it can cause infant botulism.
POPSICLE MOLD: To shape your Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles, a popsicle mold is ideal as it creates perfectly shaped popsicles that are easy to remove. Don’t have a popsicle mold? No problem! Just substitute paper cups (see directions below).
Now that we’ve covered all of the ingredients for these delicious Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles, it’s time to start on the fun part: making the popsicles themselves. With just a few simple steps, you can create a refreshing and healthy summer treat that your whole family will love. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and dive into the directions!
How To Make Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
Ready to make these scrumptious Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles?
prepare the strawberries
Wash and hull the strawberries if you are using fresh ones.
Add them to the blender with the water, lemon juice, and sweetener.
blending everything together
Blend everything together until smooth, ensuring no chunks are left. Blend in short bursts rather than one long continuous blend. This ensures that all the ingredients are evenly mixed and prevent overheating.
If the mixture is too thick, add more water or lemon juice to help it blend smoothly. Conversely, if it’s too thin, you can add more strawberries.
Tip: Place the liquid ingredients at the bottom of the blender, then add the strawberries on top to ensure they blend more easily.
make the strawberry lemonade popsicles
Now, it’s time to pour the mixture into the popsicle molds. If you’re using a mold, gently pour the mixture up to the fill line, leaving a bit of space for expansion. Cover with the popsicle covers.
Tip: Filling popsicle molds can be tricky for kids, so using a funnel is a great way to simplify the process and minimize mess. Your child can pour the mixture through the funnel and help fill the molds without spills.
Pop the molds in the freezer for at least six hours or until frozen solid. As tempting as it may be, resist the urge to check on your popsicles before the six hours is up. They must be fully frozen before you try to remove them, or they may break.
Some Fun Alternatives For A Different Flavor
TRY USING LIME OR ORANGE INSTEAD OF LEMON! If you’re in the mood for something different, try using lime or orange juice instead of lemon for a zesty twist on these popsicles. Both go well with strawberries; mixing things up is a fun way to add variety.
ADD YOGURT INSTEAD OF WATER For a creamier, richer texture, substitute water with yogurt to create delicious strawberry creamsicles.
TRY OTHER BERRIES You can also experiment with other berries like blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries to create a different fruity flavor profile. Delicious!
ADD A TROPICAL FLAVOR For a tropical twist, try using coconut water instead of lemonade to make strawberry coconut popsicles that are perfect for a hot summer day.
Strawberry Lemonade Popsicle FAQs
What Is The Best Popsicle Mold?
This is my favorite popsicle mold. It’s made of food-grade silicone and makes ten popsicles at a time, so you can make up a good batch. I love the reusable sticks with lids that hold the sticks straight every single time.
One of my favorite things about this mold is how easy it is to get the popsicles out. The silicone material is flexible and non-stick, and it is simple to squeeze the popsicle out. The mold has a silicone funnel to make the filling more manageable and has a brush.
This frozen treat is part of my Summer Recipe collection. You can find all my Holiday & Seasonal Recipes here, or head to the Kid-Friendly Recipes resource hub for everything in one place.
Can You Make Popsicles Without A Mold?
Use paper cups and popsicle sticks in place of commercial molds. Fill them up about three-quarters of the way, then cover them with foil and poke the popsicle sticks or straws through the center of the foil.
It’s easy to remove the popsicle, just peel away the cup and enjoy! They may take a little longer to freeze, though.
How Long Do Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles Last?
Because homemade popsicles don’t contain as many preservatives as store-bought ones, they tend to have a shorter shelf life.
Don’t keep them in the freezer for longer than 6 weeks to ensure their freshness. Once you remove them from the freezer, enjoy them as soon as possible, as they tend to melt quickly in warmer temperatures.
Is There A Trick To Removing The Popsicle From The Mold?
For easy removal of the popsicles from the molds, try running the outside of the mold under cold water for a few seconds. Then, grip the stick firmly and gently wiggle the popsicles from side to side until they come loose.
There you have it – a simple and tasty recipe for Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles that will surely be a hit with everyone. Get creative with your ingredients and see what other combinations you can develop!
Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
Equipment
- 1 blender
- 1 popsicle mold
Materials
- 4-5 cups. fresh strawberries
- Juice of 5 lemons
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/8- 1/4 cup agave nectar or light corn syrup (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Hull the strawberries and wash
- Add to the blender with, water, lemon juice and sweetener
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour in popsicle molds and put the popsicle sticks in place
- Freeze for at least 6 hours