Description
Refreshing and naturally sweetened Cherry Lime Ice Pops made with fresh or frozen cherries, zesty lime juice, and a touch of honey or maple syrup. These homemade frozen treats are perfect for a healthy summer dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Pop Mixture
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the cherries, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, water, and lime zest. Blend until smooth to create a vibrant, fruity mixture.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup to your preference.
- Pour into Molds: Evenly pour the blended mixture into ice pop molds, leaving a little space at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
- Insert Sticks and Freeze: Insert sticks into the molds and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or until completely solid.
- Release Pops: To remove the ice pops, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds, then gently pull out the ice pops for serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the honey with agave syrup or a sugar-free sweetener to make it vegan or lower in sugar.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the blended mixture before pouring into molds to remove pulp and solids.