Ready to dive into homemade popsicles? These are the best popsicle recipes to kick off your summer freeze-fest!
So you want to make popsicles ~ but where to begin? Which mold to choose? Which recipe to start with? (There are about a bazillion out there.) Don’t worry, I’ve done the legwork and my list of favorite popsicles has you covered from breakfast to cocktail hour and beyond. You can thank me later… but first, you’ve got some serious popsicle shopping to do.
you’ll need a popsicle mold
Probably the most important thing you’re going to need is the right mold. This is the one I use, it’s got a classic ‘popsicle’ shape and will last through many summers’ worth of pops…
my tips for using popsicle molds
I think hard plastic molds in the classic ‘popsicle’ shape are best. Here are a few tips for making the most out of them.
1. Leave a little space
Don’t fill molds to the very top—liquid expands as it freezes. Leave about ¼ inch at the top.
2. Use a funnel or pitcher
For smooth pouring without the mess, use a spouted measuring cup, squeeze bottle, or funnel. This is especially helpful when making my fun striped popsicles.
3. Make a foil top
I don’t use the hard top that comes with these molds because they can be difficult to remove once frozen. I simply cover with a sheet of foil and insert my sticks right through the foil into the molds. This helps with easy removal.
4. To unmold easily
Run warm water over the outside of the mold for 10–20 seconds ~ don’t twist or yank, just gently pull straight up.
FRUIT POPSICLES
Probably my favorite popsicles of all time, fruit popsicles are made with whole fresh fruit that is pureed. The colors are vivid and the flavor is intense ~ this is summer on a stick!
JUICE POPSICLES
These popsicles are made with juices ~ whether fresh, frozen, or canned. Also lemonades and teas.
Yogurt Popsicles
Yogurt gives popsicles a creamier mouthfeel and a boost of protein.
POPSICLES FOR GROWNUPS
Not all popsicles are for the kiddos, especially when you add things like jalapeño, coffee, or wine!
CREAMY POPSICLES
I can’t even begin to tell you how much I love this post!!! I am a popsicle addict when the weather turns warm. 🙂
Thank you so much for including me!!!
I think I love them because they’re so darned beautiful! Thanks for letting me include yours Faith.
There are some beautiful and tempting frozen pops here! I need to pin every one 🙂
I didn’t think I was much of a popsicle person, until I pinned like half of this list…I obviously need to clear out more freezer space! This is an awesome resource.
Wow – what a collection! Thanks for linking to our Peanut Butter Pie Pops!
Wow, what an incredible round up! Thanks so much for including my funfetti yogurt pops. Oh how I wish I could try each of these. 🙂
Thanks for sharing them with me Beth!
All of these look incredible, Sue! My daughter just got a new mold yesterday for her birthday along with a popsicle cookbook! She can’t wait to start making them. This list will be a great start. 🙂
You’re going to have a fun summer!
The question now, is which one will be first? They all look tempting to me. Thanks! 🙂
Start at the beginning, Betty, and work your way through 😉
These look incredible! I love making popsicles!
Thanks for including ours!
~Liz@HoosierHomemade
Yours looks amazing, Liz!
These all look amazing! Love me some popsicles, and can’t wait to try some of these recipes! Thanks for including one of mine!
Wowsers! This is just amazing Sue, I want to try just about every one of these. You have done your homework well, thanks for a great round up!