Fruit Popsicle Recipe

If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy summertime treat that the whole family will love, then look no further than this vibrant Fruit Popsicles! Incredibly easy to make, and packed with essential vitamins and minerals, these guilt-free treats are the perfect way to beat the heat and keep your family energized and refreshed.

Fruit Popsicles are the perfect nutritious desserts to use your favorite fruits. It’s not just good for your body. It’s also fun, and satisfying to make.

It can even be an unforgettable bonding experience with your family and friends over the weekend or for celebrations!

This article will provide all you need to know to make the perfect fruit popsicle from scratch, including a list of ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and helpful tips for adding your own unique flavor. Plus, you’ll learn why this beloved summertime snack is much healthier than store-bought ice pops, with many nutritionists recommending fruit-based popsicles for their high levels of fiber and natural sugars. So let’s get started and explore the wonderful world of homemade fruit popsicles!

How to Make Fruit Popsicles

Make the most out of these fruit popsicles in a fun summertime! Feel nourished, refreshed, and satisfied all day, every day!

Here’s how you can make these Fun Homemade Fruit Popsicles! 

Ingredients

Mangoes

Mangoes are sweet, tropical fruit, sour, and citrus fruits that are perfect for drinks, smoothies, and desserts. It also has a pleasant aroma and a silky and smooth texture and consistency.

Mangoes are rich in antioxidants and vitamins that help with digestion, heart health, eye care, and skin and hair growth. 

Strawberries

Strawberries are juicy, saccharine, and sometimes, sour. It has a subtle acidity to it that gives it that burst of flavor in your mouth. They contain fiber and minerals that can help your body combat cancer, stroke, high blood pressure, and constipation.

Make more desserts with strawberries by trying Strawberry Ice Cream Bars, Strawberry Banana Milkshake, and Banana Strawberry Milkshake Popsicles.

Pineapples

Meanwhile, pineapples have a fresh and sweet tanginess to them that makes them refreshing. It shares a citrus flavor with the mango which makes them an excellent combination. 

These are loaded with essential nutrients to boost immunity, prevent cancer, and strengthen bones. I especially love using pineapples for Pineapple Juice!

These ingredients may work well individually, but together, they are hydrating, refreshing, and nutritious!

Directions

1. Peel and slice the ingredients with a knife.
2. Use a blender or food processor to puree the fruits individually.
3. Pour the purees into the popsicle molds.
4. Allow the popsicles to freeze for about 4 to 8 hours or overnight.

Yes, it only takes three steps to make these delicious treats. You can eat them on a hot day, after dinner, or even after a workout. It’s good for kids, adults, and even pets!

Tips

How to Select and Store Fresh Fruits

Fruits will be less healthy if they have been contaminated by bacteria and pesticides so to make sure that you’re serving fresh fruits, here are some fruit-buying tips for you. 

Mangoes

Selection. In choosing mangoes, choose ones that are rounded and plump. Ripe mangoes are yellow in color and if you see touches of brown or speckles, it is totally normal. Avoid thin and wrinkled mangoes because these are indications that they may be stringy. 

You can also smell the mangoes around the stem. You can tell which ones are ripe because they will usually have a sweet and fragrant scent. If it already has a strong sour smell, it may be overripe. 

Storage. If you bought unripe mangoes, store them at room temperature and let them ripen naturally over the days. You can also place them in a paper bag to fasten ripening. For ripe mangoes, store them in the fridge to slow the ripening. You can store them for up to five days in the fridge. 

Alternatively, for peeled and chopped mangoes, put them in an airtight container in the fridge and this can last for six months. 

Strawberries

Selection. For fresh strawberries, select the ones which have red shining skin and fresh green caps. They are easily noticeable because they can stand out even in color. The strawberries don’t need to be big but they should be plump to the touch. 

Storage. For strawberries, it’s recommended to keep them in a cold and dry area. Use paper towels or baking sheets to line a container where you will put the unwashed strawberries. Make sure that the container is covered with a lid or cling film – this way, the strawberries can last for up to seven days. 

Another option is to put the strawberries in a paper-lined container or freezer bag and store them in the freezer for up to three months. Once ready to use, let them thaw in the fridge or at room temperature. 

Pineapples

Selection. When it comes to pineapples, select the ones which have healthy-looking green leaves. The leaves are an indication of how fresh the pineapple is. The color of the fruit itself should be a combination of yellow and green – this means that it is perfectly ripe. 

If you touch the pineapple, the shell should be firm but a little pulpy when squeezed or pressed. Completely hard pineapples may not be fully ripe yet.  A ripe pineapple smells sweet and an unripe one will smell like butter. 

Storage. Pineapples can be stored at room temperature for three days. If the pineapples are already peeled and chopped, you can also place them in a container in the fridge to last for at least a week. 

How to Cut a Pineapple

While it is fairly easy to slice mangoes and strawberries, it’s not always the case for pineapples, especially if you have the fruit itself. 

First, cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple on a cutting board. Then, use a knife to slice in a downward motion from the top of the fruit to expose the flesh and remove the skin. When cutting, slice as close to the eyes of the pineapple as possible. 

From there, you can continue cutting it into halves until you have pineapple chunks that you can put into your blender or food processor. 

How to Make Popsicles Without Popsicle Molds

Aside from using popsicle molds, The Kitchn recommends freezing the fruit purees in plastic cups, small baking tins, ice cube trays, and even unused yogurt containers. 

How to Puree Fruits Without a Blender

While it’s best to use a blender or food processor to make the fruit purees, you can also use a juicer, grinder,  or masher to do the job.

Also, you can put the chopped fruits in a resealable bag and gently pound them with a rolling pin to release the juices and puree the flesh. 

You can also do it using a mortar and pestle but do so in smaller batches. 

Variations for Fruit Popsicles

The great thing about homemade popsicles is you can make them with any fruit that you prefer. For instance, you can make a Zobo-inspired popsicle with an extract from pineapples, oranges, ginger, and hibiscus flower. Filter it before pouring it into the ice popsicle molds.

Alternatively, you can puree bananas, peaches, berries, cantaloupe, plums, and more! To make it creamy, you can incorporate condensed milk or yogurt. It can even be seasoned with honey or any other syrup of your choice. 

Aside from mangoes, strawberries, and pineapples, you can also use watermelons, apples, berries, cantaloupes, grapes, bananas, oranges, melons, kiwi, and more! 

Recommended Tools

• Blender: Puree each of the ingredients in a blender.
• Food processor: Use this as an alternative to a blender. 
• Popsicle molds: Let the puree freeze in popsicle molds.
• Knife: Peel and chop the ingredients using a knife.

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How to Serve Fruit Popsicles

One of the best things about these Fun Homemade Fruit Popsicles is that they are easy to serve. Just dip the popsicle molds in lukewarm water and you can enjoy the popsicles from the stick. 

If you’re serving popsicles at a party, feel free to serve them with a bowl of melted chocolate for a dip. You can also place the popsicle down on a bowl or glass. 

If you’re hosting a party, you can put an ice-filled bowl and carefully submerge the fruit popsicles into the ice to keep them cold and fresh for longer. For more insulation, wrap each popsicle in foil. 

Storage Tips

• At room temperature: Popsicles can only be stored at room temperature when it’s time to serve. Naturally, popsicles will not freeze and harden at room temperature, unless you live in a country with extremely low temperatures. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are fruit popsicles called?

Fruit popsicles are also called “paleta” or “pop” because they are made from fresh fruit extracts!

Are sugar-free fruit popsicles good for you?

Sugar-free fruit popsicles are definitely good for you. They contain natural and organic components of fresh fruits to keep you nourished and energized!

Why aren’t the fruit popsicles freezing?

There may be instances where you will notice that the popsicles aren’t freezing completely. Don’t panic, there are plenty of reasons and solutions for this. First, it may be because the freezer is not cold enough. Set it to a relatively high temperature to allow the popsicles to set and freeze. 

Also, it may be because of the contents in your freezer. If the freezer is already packed with food, it decreases airflow which slows down the freezing process. You may declutter your freezer to allow more air into the compartment. 

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