When the weather’s warm, kids and adults love the flavor of frozen popsicles. These Fruit Popsicles are super easy to make, and they’re made with real fruit, so they’re healthy and refreshing.

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These Real Fruit Popsicles are sweetened with honey or agave syrup. However, you can control the amount of sweetener to suit your taste.
What Are Fruit Popsicles?
Fruit popsicles are a frozen summertime treat. Unlike many of the popsicles sold at the grocery store, these popsicles are made with real fruit and contain no chemicals.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- frozen or fresh fruit such as strawberries, kiwi, mango, and oranges
- lemon
- honey
- salt
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Real Fruit Popsicles
- Place all of the ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds. Place a popsicle stick in the center of each mold.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Run under hot water for about 30 seconds to release the popsicles.
Tips And Tricks
- You’ll need popsicle molds to make these popsicles. Most molds hold about 3 ounces of liquid.
- Both fresh and frozen fruit can be used to make popsicles. Choose fruit that’s ripe and full of flavor.
- Mix and match the fruit for different variations and flavors.
- When ready to serve, run the molds under hot water for about 30 seconds and then release the popsicles.
- A high-speed blender produces the best results.
Best Ingredients Ratios for Real Fruit Popsicles
Different fruits require a different amount of lemon juice and honey due to different sugar levels. You can add honey and lemon juice gradually. Taste and adjust before continuing.
How Long To Freeze Real Fruit Popsicles
These popsicles will take at least 6 hours to freeze depending on the size. For the best results, plan to freeze the popsicles overnight.
How to Store Real Fruit Popsicles
These Real Fruit Popsicles can be placed in a freezer-safe container and stored in the freezer for 2-3 months.
Variations
- Layer the popsicles with 2 kinds of fruit. Strawberry and mango would be a delicious and colorful combination!
- Save a few chunks of fruit and add to the mold before freezing for popsicles with an interesting texture.
Real Fruit Popsicles Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup fruit frozen or fresh
- ½ lemon freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds. Place a popsicle stick in the center of each mold.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Run under hot water for about 30 seconds to release the popsicles.
- Serve and enjoy!
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