10 super easy popsicle recipes to help you beat the dog days of summer

There’s nothing quite like a sweet, cool treat on a warm, sunny day. Popsicles are everyone’s favorite warm-weather food. Since they’re so easy to make, and they have the added bonus of being a make-ahead food, you can keep your freezer stocked all season long.

Homemade popsicle recipes come together in a snap. You can stick to fruits, some hidden veggies and a dash of dairy for a creamy delicious snack. Or, throw in some juice, kid-friendly OR adult-friendly, to really get your taste buds going. Either way, these popsicle recipes do not disappoint.

In need of the molds to make these delicious pops? Check out this round up of the best popsicle molds!

10 mouth-watering popsicle recipes

1. Peaches and cream pops

Blend together diced peaches, a scoop of vanilla ice cream and some milk. You can use any kind of milk your family prefers or swap it out for some orange juice.

2. Berry fusion pops

Don’t let those berries go to waste! Blend together raspberries, blackberries, blueberries and strawberries. Add pomegranate juice and ice. Make it creamy with a scoop of ice cream.

3. Watermelon citrus pops

Blend together watermelon juice, orange juice, lemon juice and a dash of sparkling water. Be sure to thoroughly wash your oranges and lemons if you like blending with the peel. Finish this popsicle recipe off with a sprinkle of Tajín.

4. Banana and peanut butter pops

Blend bananas, a scoop of peanut butter, a little honey and a handful of spinach. Using ripe, brown-spotted bananas will make it sweeter. Don’t worry if the spinach gives it an interesting color. Once these set in the popsicle mold, dip them in a bowl of melted chocolate.

5. Kiwi mango pops

Blend together diced kiwi, diced mango, shredded carrots and sparkling water. Sprinkle Tajín in the bottom of the popsicle mold and pour your mixture on top. You can also stir in a few crushed mint leaves.

6. Nutella fudgesicle pops

Blend together a scoop of Nutella, vanilla ice cream and some milk. Fold in shredded coconut flakes for a homemade popsicle that is out of this chocolatey world.

7. Pineapple coconut

Blend together diced pineapples, coconut cream, a bit of lime juice and a little sparking water. Fold in a little lime zest and then pour your mixture into molds.

8. Blueberry yogurt pops

Blend together blueberries, greek yogurt and lemon juice.

9. Mocha pops

Blend together almond butter, coconut milk, a scoop of chocolate ice cream and a shot of espresso. Add more espresso to taste or use a cup of instant coffee (mixed with hot water) instead. You can also use store-bought cold brew.

10. Rainbow pops

Add a variety of diced fruit to your molds. Fill it up with coconut water, sparkling water or an adult beverage of your choice! Whichever liquid you choose, you’ll want something clear so the different colored fruits give it a rainbow effect once frozen.