Cool off with healthy watermelon popsicles made with just fresh watermelon and honey. This easy 2-ingredient frozen treat is naturally sweet, and refreshing.
Healthy Watermelon Popsicles
There is something magical about biting into an ice-cold watermelon popsicle on a sweltering summer afternoon. It instantly brings back childhood memories of sticky fingers, backyard picnics, and the unmistakable sweetness of fresh watermelon dripping down your chin.
Every summer my kitchen seems to revolve around whatever is ripening in the garden or overflowing at the farmers market. When watermelon reaches its peak, I buy the biggest one I can find because I know it will become everything from salads to smoothies, and always these homemade popsicles.
Watermelon Popsicles With A Drizzle Of Honey
The beauty of these healthy watermelon popsicles is their simplicity. Fresh watermelon is naturally sweet and packed with juice, so it needs very little help. A drizzle of honey is all it takes to transform ripe fruit into a frozen treat everyone loves.
Whether you’re cooling off after gardening, entertaining grandchildren, or simply looking for a healthier dessert, these homemade popsicles are one of the easiest recipes you’ll make all summer.
Why You’ll Love These Watermelon Popsicles
These homemade popsicles celebrate everything wonderful about summer. Perfect for July cookouts, pool days, picnics, and backyard gatherings
- Only 2 simple ingredients
- Naturally gluten-free
- Easy enough for children to help make
- Great way to use extra watermelon
- Naturally hydrating
- No artificial colors or flavors
- Ready for the freezer in about 5 minutes
Ingredients You’ll Need
Healthy Watermelon Popsicles Only Need 2-Ingredients but They Both Are Superfoods
Watermelon – Choose the ripest watermelon you can find. A sweet, juicy melon creates popsicles bursting with natural flavor while providing plenty of hydration during hot weather.
Honey – Just enough honey rounds out the sweetness without overpowering the fresh fruit. Maple syrup or agave also work beautifully if you prefer another natural sweetener.
Tools With Purpose
Blender or Food Processor – Creates a silky smooth watermelon puree in seconds.
Popsicle Mold – Keeps each popsicle uniform and easy to remove.
Measuring Cup – Makes pouring into molds much less messy.
Popsicle Wrappers – Once frozen, transfer the popsicles into individual popsicle wrappers, freeing your molds for another batch, and to make it easy to serve them.
How To Make Healthy Watermelon Popsicles
- First – pick a really ripe watermelon from a farmer’s market or grocery store. Tap the watermelon for a deep hollow sound.
- Second – cut the fruit from the rind. Many cultures will pickle the rinds. Pick seeds out, if any, before crushing the fruit.
- Third – place the chopped watermelon and a drizzle of honey into a food processor or blender. Puree.
- Last – transfer the watermelon puree into popsicle molds, or disposable cups, sticks in, and freeze.
- Storing – once the popsicles are frozen solid, remove and store in a freezer bag, freeing up the mold to make more.
- Notes – if using disposable cups and wooden sticks, place the popsicle mixture into the cups, freeze just the freezing points, make a small slit in the center and slide the wooden popsicle sticks in, so it continues to freeze with the stick in the center of the pop.
Expert Tips
- Freeze watermelon cubes first for an even thicker texture.
- Add fresh lime juice for a bright citrus flavor.
- Mix in fresh mint or basil for a garden-inspired twist.
- Layer with strawberry puree for beautiful patriotic popsicles.
- Leave a few tiny watermelon pieces for extra texture.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watermelon Popsicles
Can I make watermelon popsicles without sugar? Absolutely. If your watermelon is perfectly ripe, you may not need any sweetener at all.
Can I use frozen watermelon? Yes. Thaw slightly before blending for the smoothest puree.
How long do homemade popsicles last? Stored in freezer bags or airtight containers, they’ll stay fresh for about two months.
Can I add other fruits? Definitely. Strawberries, blueberries, peaches, raspberries, kiwi, or mango all pair wonderfully with watermelon.
Are watermelon popsicles healthy? Because they’re made primarily from fresh fruit, they offer a naturally hydrating alternative to many store-bought frozen treats.
More Popsicle Treats To Love
There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day than an frozen popsicle treat, so why not fill the freezer with a variety to look forward to.
- Raspberry Tea Popsicles – from a delicious raspberry herbal tea.
- Garden Lavender and Blueberry Popsicles – fragrant and delicious made with homemade almond milk, honey, blueberries and lavender.
- Mocha Latte Popsicles – because come 4:00 I want cold coffee and not hot coffee in summertime!
- Blueberry and Greek Yogurt Popsicles – thick Greek yogurt, vanilla and luscious blueberry compote.
- Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles – made with fresh strawberries and homemade lemonade.
Healthy Watermelon Popsicles (Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe)
Equipment
- Popsicle mold
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watermelon
- 1 tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Rough chop the watermelon and puree with honey until smooth. A few small chunks left in are also nice.
- Transfer to popsicle molds or cups. Place sticks in. Freeze for at least 4 hours or over night. Remove and repackage individually or in a large zip baggy.
Notes
Let’s Make Healthy Watermelon Popsicles To Refresh This Summer
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