Description
These Cherry Lime Ice Pops are a refreshing, homemade frozen treat perfect for warm days. Made with fresh or frozen cherries, tangy lime juice, and a sweet touch of sugar, these ice pops combine fruity and citrus flavors for a delightful snack. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients and a blender, they require only a few hours in the freezer before enjoying a cool, flavorful bite.
Ingredients
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Ice Pop Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the pitted cherries, lime juice, water, sugar, and lime zest. Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth to ensure a uniform texture for the ice pops.
- Fill Molds: Pour the blended mixture into ice pop molds, making sure to leave a little space at the top of each mold to allow for expansion as the liquid freezes.
- Insert Sticks and Freeze: Place ice pop sticks into each mold. Transfer the molds to the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the ice pops are fully solidified.
- Release Ice Pops: To easily remove the ice pops from the molds, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds. Gently pull the ice pops out and enjoy immediately or keep frozen until serving.
Notes
- Use fresh cherries in season for the best flavor, or frozen cherries if fresh are unavailable.
- Adjust the sugar amount based on the sweetness of your cherries or personal preference.
- If you don’t have lime zest, finely grate the outer peel of the lime avoiding the white pith.
- For a variation, add a handful of fresh mint leaves to the blender for a refreshing twist.
- Store the ice pops in the freezer for up to 2 weeks for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
