Strawberry Watermelon Popsicles (Print Version)
Naturally sweet frozen pops bursting with ripe strawberries and juicy watermelon. Perfect refreshing summer treat ready in just 10 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed and seeded
02 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
→ Other
03 - 1-2 tbsp fresh lime juice
04 - 1-2 tbsp honey, agave syrup, or maple syrup (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Place watermelon cubes and strawberries in a blender. Add lime juice and sweetener if using. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
02 - Pour the mixture evenly into popsicle molds. Insert sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
03 - To remove popsicles, briefly run the mold under warm water and gently pull out. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The natural fruit sweetness means you can skip added sugar entirely and still get that perfect frozen treat balance
- They come together in ten minutes flat, leaving you with zero cleanup and a freezer full of happiness
02 -
- Running the mold under warm water for too long will melt the outer layer, so just a quick dip is all you need
- The mixture will expand slightly as it freezes, so don\'t fill those molds to the absolute brim
03 -
- Invest in silicone molds if you can, they make removal so much easier
- A little pinch of salt enhances the natural sweetness without making them taste salty