How to make Lemon Popsicles - Quick and Easy recipe

Beat the heat with these delicious frozen treats - homemade lemon popsicles that are unbelievably quick and easy to make. Learn how to make lemon popsicles using just 4 ingredients, a perfect solution for a hot day craving for something cool and refreshing.

Best Tips for Homemade Lemonade Popsicles

What's better than savoring a glass of fresh lemon juice on a hot summer day? Let's amplify that joy with just one additional step - freezing them.

Follow these tips to make the most out of it.

1. Use Fresh Lemons: Opt for fresh lemons rather than bottled lemon juice for the best lemon flavor. 
2. Balance Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste preferences. Taste the lemonade mixture before freezing.
3. Add Zest: Consider adding lemon zest to the mixture for an extra burst of citrus flavor. The zest contains essential oils that enhance the lemony taste of the popsicles.
4. Allow for Expansion: Leave a small space at the top of each popsicle mold before inserting the sticks. This extra space allows the liquid to expand as it freezes without overflowing.
5. Pre-Freeze Before Inserting Sticks: For molds without popsicle sticks, freeze the popsicles for about 3 hours before inserting wooden skewers. This helps prevent tilting and ensures the sticks stay in place.
6. Be Patient: It can be tempting to check on the popsicles frequently, but refrain from removing them from the freezer too soon. Allow them to freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, for the best results.
7. Run Under Warm Water: When ready to serve, run the bottom of the popsicle molds under warm water for a few seconds to help release the popsicles easily.
8. Experiment with Flavors: Once you've mastered the basic lemonade popsicle recipe, don't be afraid to get creative! Try adding other fresh fruit like strawberries or raspberries for unique flavor combinations.

Ingredients

You can use store-bought lemonade to make these lemon popsicles but using fresh ingredients would give you a refreshing treat that your family would start demanding every day.

You just need four simple ingredients - water, lemon, sugar and salt.

• Sugar - In place of sugar you can use honey or maple syrup though that would change the color of the popsicles

Scroll to the end of the post to print out the full recipe card with the exact measurements to make these homemade popsicles. 

Step by Step Instructions

• Prepare Lemon Juice:
  • In a pitcher, combine water, sugar, salt, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  • Perform a taste test and adjust the sweetness or tartness according to your preference for that perfect balance.
  • Divide the mixture evenly between 6 popsicle molds, leaving room at the top of the mold for expansion during freezing.

• Freezing:
  • If your popsicle molds come with sticks, simply insert the sticks into each mold and freeze for 6 hours or overnight until the popsicles are frozen and set.
  • If using separate wooden skewers, cover the popsicle molds with aluminum foil and freeze for 3 hours. 
  • After 3 hours, remove the molds from the freezer and insert wooden skewers into each popsicle. 
  • Return the molds to the freezer and continue freezing for another 3 hours or until the popsicles are solid.

• Demolding:
  • To unmold the popsicles, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds.
  • Gently remove the popsicles from the molds and serve immediately.

Enjoy your refreshing frozen treat - a delicious homemade lemon popsicle; the perfect way to beat the heat this summer!

How do you make Creamy Lemon Popsicles?

The easiest way to make popsicles creamy and not icy is by adding a creamy base like Greek yogurt, coconut milk, or heavy cream. 

Sweeteners like sugar, honey, or maple syrup add sweetness and help lower the mixture's freezing point. 

This helps prevent ice crystals from forming, ensuring your popsicles stay creamy instead of icy ones.

Variations

1. Berry Lemonade Popsicles: Add fresh or frozen berries like fresh raspberries, and strawberries to make strawberry lemonade popsicles or blueberry to make blueberry lemon popsicles. You can blend the berries with the lemonade for a smooth texture or add them as pieces for a fruity surprise in every bite.
2. Mint Lemonade Popsicles: Infuse the lemonade mixture with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing twist. 
3. Coconut Lemonade Popsicles: Mix coconut milk or coconut water with the lemonade mixture for a tropical flavor. 
4. Creamy Popsicle: Blend some Greek yogurt or coconut cream into the lemonade mixture for a creamy and tangy popsicle. 
5. Honey Lemonade Popsicles: Replace refined sugar with honey for a natural sweetener. Or replace sugar with stevia to make sugar-free lemonade popsicles.
6. Lemon Lime Popsicles: Replace half of the lemon juice with lime juice. 
7. Lemonade Ice Cubes: Pour the lemonade mixture into traditional ice cube trays and freeze until solid. Use these lemonade ice cubes to flavor water, iced tea, or cocktails for a refreshing summer drink.
8. Layered Popsicles: Create colorful layered popsicles by pouring different flavored liquids into the molds one at a time and freezing each layer before adding the next. You can layer lemonade with fruit juices, yogurt, edible flowers or even fruit purees for a visually delightful treat.
9. Spiked Lemonade Popsicles: For an adult twist, add a splash of vodka, gin, or tequila to the lemonade mixture before freezing. Just remember to enjoy responsibly!

Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Mango Popsicles
2. Cake Popsicles
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