Healthy Watermelon Popsicle Recipe
Delicious frozen watermelon treat for a healthy summer snack
Servings: 10 Popsicles
Calories: 17kcal
Equipment
- Vitamix Blender
- Silicone Popsicle Molds
- Wooden Popsicle sticks or reusable plastic sticks
- Ice cube trays
- Quarter sheet baking pan
- Plastic Popsicle bags
Ingredients
- 3 cups Watermelon cubes
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 4 Fresh or frozen Strawberries
- 3 Fresh basil leaves optional
Instructions
- Blend watermelon cubes and lemon zest. Add 1 TB water, if necessary, to assist in blending until smooth.
- If a sweeter flavor is desired add a few fresh strawberries to the mix before blending.
- Optional step to prevent separating: pour half the mixture into ice cube trays until frozen, then add to blender and mix until you achieve a slushy consistency with no lumps.
- Optional: For a fun flavor twist add the basil leaves to the blender as well. It creates a more adult flavor profile that is just as delicious!
- Place clean popsicle mold on small tray or cookie sheet. Don't skip this step. Trust me, it prevents spills later!
- Using a small funnel or liquid measuring cup with pour spout, fill each popsicle mold leaving ½" at the top for expansion.
- Firmly attach lid to the top of mold and add popsicle sticks into each slot making sure they are straight. Do not push sticks all the way down - leave a good 1½" at the bottom for an adequate handle.
- Carry the tray to the freezer and carefully lift the popsicle mold onto a level shelf and let chill for 3 hours until frozen.
- Once frozen, run the bottom of mold under water for a few seconds and gently remove popsicles from each mold. Serve immediately or store flat in ziplock freezer bags in the freezer.