Nothing says summer like a popsicle! Of course nothing says summer more like these Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles!
School's out, and summer is here! Well, maybe not officially, but summer is here in my book when school is over, and the weather is hot!
It's been hot here in Florida. Hot and cloudy/rainy. As a matter of fact it was cloudy every day last week, except for one. And then it's been rainy for the last few days here.
I've got my back door open right now, listening to the rain falling as I write this. Not much of popsicle weather, but I know it's only a matter of time.
Two of my favorite fruits just so happen to be watermelon and strawberries. Cantaloupe is up there too, but there is something about watermelon and strawberries that remind me of growing up.
My parents had a garden, and they had strawberries every summer. I remember helping them pick those yummy berries, and coming inside, washing them off, and snacking on them as is.
I also remember my mother slicing them, mixing them with sugar, and they created this sweet strawberry concoction that would put a halt to any sweet tooth!
We never had a summer without watermelon. We would always have at least one a month.
My fondest memory is being at my brothers house, and it was hot! We were in the pool, he brought home a watermelon from the grocery store, and dropped it into the pool. It would float around with us, cooling off, until it was ready to be sliced and eaten!
We still toss our watermelon in our pool during the summer, if we plan on having it while we are swimming.
What I love about these watermelon strawberry popsicles is there isn't much added sugar. If you get perfectly ripe strawberries, and a ripe watermelon, you won't need to add anything to the mix.
If they aren't quite sweet enough, add about 1 tablespoon of honey or agave, until you get a sweetness that suites your tastes. I'm trying to watch my sugar intake right now, so I opted not to add anything in mine. Plus I bought some pretty sweet berries.
You could create your own berry popsicles by swapping out with blueberries, black berries, or raspberries. I bet cantaloupe would be tasty in place of the watermelon! Make this recipe your own!
What ingredients do you need to make Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles?
- watermelon
- strawberries
- lime or lemon juice
- honey or agave
Can I sweeten popsicles with maple syrup?
Yes! Instead of the honey or agave, you can totally use maple syrup.
How do you make fruit popsicles?
In a blender or food processor, mix together all of the ingredients, and pour into popsicle molds. Freeze for 5 to 6 hours or until frozen solid.
How do I get popsicles out of the mold?
Run the outside of the popsicle mold under warm water for just a couple of seconds. This will help loosen the popsicle.
What is the best way to store popsicles, without using the molds?
I remove my popsicles from their molds, using the tip above, and wrap the popsicle portion in parchment paper, placed in a freezer safe zip top bag. They usually keep this way for about a month.
Here are our favorite popsicle recipes:
Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles
Nothing says summer like a popsicle! Of course nothing says summer more like these Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles!
Ingredients
- 3 cups watermelon
- 1 cup sliced strawberries I used fresh, but you could also use frozen
- zest of a lime or lemon + juice from either
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave Completely optional - and if you want them even sweeter, add more
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, mix together all of the ingredients, and pour into popsicle molds. Freeze for 5 to 6 hours or until frozen solid.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 75Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 26mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 2gSugar: 15gProtein: 1g
Jessica Joachim
This looks perfect for summer! My daughter loves Watermelon and we enjoy making ice pops at home together, so this will be a hit at my house.
Janel
I love watermelon and I bet it is delicious combined with strawberries. I love how these Popsicles are homemade and the little container has a little strong it so you could drink the juice as it melts and it doesn't make a mess everywhere .
Dawn McAlexander
Watermelon and strawberry together in a popsicle? I must be in heaven! This is a dream come true for me! I want some now!
Fatima Omandam
Wow cute popsicles! I love watermelon it's my favorite. I'm sure kids will also love this!
Cassie
These look so refreshing for summer! Would love to try some ASAP and I bet my niece and nephew would love them too!
Rhian Westbury
I really need to get an ice lolly mould as I need to make something like this now the weather is warmer x
Rachel
What a fab idea for the summer holidays. I will be deffo making these for my girls!
Pam
I seriously cannot wait to try these!! The kids would love them and I love how your popsicle maker has a straw to sip from, too!
Journa Ramirez
I know it's still summer in some places but rainy season is already starting here in our country, Philippines. I'd love to eat those popsicles! So refreshing!
Jeanine
Lately, I have been on this popsicle kick. I am making tons of popsicles and sorbets. This looks so good, I will be trying this recipe!
Cindy Ingalls
Two of my favorite flavors in one popsicle. Definitely going to break out the popsicle tray again this summer and give these a try.
Di Hickman
These sound like they would be so delicious! I really need to make these as a treat on a warmer day.
Jalisa Harris
Thank you for this. This is definitely something I can do for my four year old this Summer.
Nicole Shillings
I just bought some popcicle mold to make something just like this. This is exactly the recipe I needed. Thanks and yummy!
Donah @ SJB
I will surely be doing this too! I'm having strawberry and watermelon excessively , and I don't know how to dispose them except eating all at once, before they'll spoil. And voila, I've stumbled into this post. Thanks for sharing.
Heather
Yum! My kids love popsicles in the summer, actually anytime. I will have to give these a try. I think strawberries are probably my favorite summer fruit. A few more weeks and it will be picking season here in Maine
Heather
I have a giant bowl of cut up watermelon in my refrigerator right now that is going to be popsicles by the afternoon! Awesome summer recipe!
lydia
I have popsicle molds but haven't used them yet this summer. I need to try this recipe out, yum!
Charlotte
I need these right now! They look so delicious and refreshing and it's a million degrees here, plus I love that they have extra flavour!
Glenda
I totally love fruit bars and popsicles. I've never tried homemade before but would love to. Strawberries and watermelon is my favorite flavors.
Tabitha Shakespeare
Mmmm these sound perfect for summer! Watermelon strawberry is definitely one of my favorite flavor combinations as well!
Brittany
This looks amazing!! We have been making a ton of homemade popsicles lately. I'd love to try these out! I can't wait to try them this week!
Rachel
These look really good! We make a watermelon Popsicle that my kids love with strawberries. We will have to make it soon.