Watermelon Popsicle Recipe
Freshen up your day with this refreshing watermelon popsicle recipe that uses only 3 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time. Enjoy this frozen treat with your family to cool you down on a hot summer day!
Equipment
- popsicle molds or paper cups and aluminum foil
- popsicle sticks
- blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 3 cups watermelon, diced and seeded
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice or lime juice
- 2-3 tablespoons sugar or honey or stevia , optional
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the watermelon chunks, fresh lime juice, and sugar (if using).
- Blend until the mixture is a completely smooth puree. It shouldn't take more than a minute or two.
- Taste the pureed mixture and decide whether or not you need to add some sugar (or sweetener). Note: popsicle the sweetness decreases as the mixture freezes.
- Fill ice pop molds/ paper cups with the mixture and leave 1/2 inch of extra room at the top to allow the popsicles to expand as they freeze.
- Freeze until solid for about 4-6 hours.
- Dip the mold in warm water for about 15 seconds until the popsicles loosen from the edges if you're having trouble removing them.
- Share and enjoy!
