Easy and Healthy Homemade Watermelon Popsicles
Homemade watermelon and lime popsicles are super yummy and thirst quenching. These pops are such a fun and easy healthy treat for Summertime!
Making your own popsicles with real fruits, you can avoid all of the dyes, artificial flavorings and sweeteners you typically find in store-bought popsicles.
This recipe is about as simple and healthy as you can get because it literally just calls for watermelon and a hint of fresh squeezed lime juice for a little kick!
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about This Recipe for watermelon popsicles
Only 2 Ingredients!
You could actually make these popsicles with watermelon by itself since the lime is optional. But lime juice really compliments the sweet watermelon by adding a fun kick of flavor!
Simple To Make
This easy recipe is basically three steps: blend your ingredients, pour the watermelon mixture into popsicle molds and let them freeze!
Healthy
You might not think of popsicles as healthy since they are a treat, but these real watermelon popsicles are made without any added sugar or flavorings. So technically, you’re just eating fruit!
In fact, watermelon contains vitamins A and C, potassium, and vitamin B6. It is also rich in antioxidants and amino acids. Since watermelon is more than 90% water, it is also hydrating. The perfect snack/treat for hot Summer days!
Delicious
Enjoying a real fruit popsicle is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and quench your thirst on hot summer day. These popsicles are smooth, perfectly sweet and bursting with real watermelon flavor!
what you need to make watermelon popsicles
ingredients
- Watermelon – Either frozen or fresh watermelon can be used to make popsicles. The sweeter the watermelon the better. Find out how to choose a good watermelon.
- Lime Juice – Lime is optional in this recipe, but it does compliment the watermelon really well and adds another flavor profile to the popsicles.
Tools to Use:
how to make watermelon popsicles
Blend – Add the watermelon chunks and lime juice to the blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and there are no chunks left.
Pour – Divide the watermelon puree evenly between 10 popsicle molds. Put the lid on the molds and stick the popsicle sticks in each popsicle leaving about 1.5 inches of stick sticking out of the molds.
Freeze – Carefully place the molds in the freezer and let them harden for 4 to 8 hours.
tips for success
Serve – Remove the popsicles immediately before eating them. Loosen the molds by running them under lukewarm water for 15 seconds or until the popsicles can slide out easily.
Store – Popsicles can be kept in the freezer inside the molds for up to 2 weeks.
Variations – Try adding different fruits to these popsicles. Strawberries, kiwi, lemon juice, blueberries…anything that you think would taste good with watermelon!
FAQ about making watermelon popsicles
how long does it take to freeze watermelon popsicles?
The freezing time for watermelon popsicles can vary based on the size of your popsicles and the temperature of your freezer. As a general rule, it usually takes around 4 to 8 hours for watermelon popsicles to freeze completely.
are homemade watermelon popsicles healthy?
Homemade popsicles can be a healthier alternative to store-bought popsicles, especially since you control the ingredients and sweeteners used in them.
These watermelon popsicles are made out of 100% fruit. No sweeteners, flavorings or dyes!
Watermelon contains vitamins A and C, potassium, and vitamin B6. It is also rich in antioxidants and amino acids. Since watermelon is more than 90% water, it is also hydrating.
can I add other fruits to Watermelon popsicles?
Absolutely! Adding your other favorite fruits to watermelon ice pops can be a delicious and refreshing way to create unique flavor combinations. Here are some fruits that go really well with mangos:
- Pineapple
- Berries
- Citrus Fruits
- Passion Fruit
- Banana
- Watermelon
- Kiwi
How do I prevent ice crystals from forming in Watermelon popsicles?
Ice crystals in popsicles changes the texture and makes them less enjoyable. You can take several steps to keep ice crystals from forming in your popsicles:
- Blend Well
- Use a Sweetener
- Use a Popsicle Mold with a Tight Seal
- Avoid Thawing and Refreezing
more healthy Homemade Popsicle Recipes
If you liked this recipe, I think you’ll really enjoy these other healthy Summer treat recipes on the blog:
I hope you love our healthy watermelon popsicles recipe! If you make them, I’d love for you to come back and leave a comment and rating so that I know how you like them!
Watermelon Popsicles
Ingredients
- 8 cups watermelon chunks (seedless)
- 2 Tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Add the watermelon chunks and lime juice to the blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and there are no chunks left.
- Divide the watermelon puree evenly between 10 popsicle molds. Put the lid on the molds and stick the popsicle sticks in each popsicle leaving about 1.5 inches of stick sticking out of the molds.
- Carefully place the molds in the freezer and let them harden for 4 to 8 hours.
Notes
Serve – Remove the popsicles immediately before eating them. Loosen the molds by running them under lukewarm water for 15 seconds or until the popsicles can slide out easily.
Store – Popsicles can be kept in the freezer inside the molds for up to 2 weeks. Or 3 months in a Ziplock freezer bag.
Variations – Try adding different fruits to these popsicles. Strawberries, kiwi, lemon juice, blueberries...anything that you think would taste good with watermelon!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1 popsiclesAmount Per Serving: Calories: 37Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 1g
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