28 Easy and Refreshing Popsicle Recipes to Help You Keep Cool This Summer
The ultimate frozen treat for when you're having some fun in the sun!
Summertime is right around the corner, which means it's officially time for some delicious grilling recipes and lounging on our favorite pool floats. When it comes to cooling off in the summer heat, though, everyone knows there's nothing better than indulging with an ice-cold popsicle — these frozen hand-held treats are basically heaven on a stick, and they are so easy to make at home, too. All you need is some fruit juice and a few ingredients, along with some wooden sticks (forget expensive ice cream makers!) — and then a couple hours in the freezer to solidify. The only hard part? Figuring out which of the hundreds of amazing popsicle recipes to make!
Of course, that's why we've rounded up some of the best popsicle recipes to make at home to inspire your greatest, most refreshing creations this summer. Whether you're partial to fruity and sweet or chocolatey and decadent, pick one of these homemade popsicle ideas — and then bite into them for the most delightful no-bake summer desserts ever. And for adults for who want a little extra kick in their pop, we've got some of the best boozy popsicles too — including everything from fruity rosé popsicles to ones that involves vodka gummy bears (yes, you definitely need to try those).
Berry Best Fro-Yo Pops
Greek yogurt and fresh berries make this fro-yo pop truly the "berry best" summertime treat.
Peach Melba Breakfast Pops
The best way to start off your morning? With a delicious fruit-and-yogurt breakfast pop, of course.
Get the recipe for Peach Melba Breakfast Pops »
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Iced Mocha Fudge Pops
Consider these delicious, chocolatey iced mocha fudge pops the ultimate way to get your daily iced coffee fix.
Raspberry-Buttermilk Ice Pops
Bite into these and you'll get the most delicious combo of creamy buttermilk together with tart raspberry. Yum!
Get the recipe from Country Living »
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Prosecco Pops
Because if there's anything better than a glass of wine, it's a glass of wine in popsicle form.
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Coconut Carrot Ice Pops
Coconut milk, carrot juice, and fresh ginger make this refreshing ice pop the ultimate healthy treat!
Mixed-Berry Blitz Pops
Grab a handful of summer's best fruit, blend with lemon juice, then freeze for the yummiest (and easiest) popsicles ever.
Cake Batter Pops
If you love Funfetti (and you're guilty of eating cake batter right out of the bowl like us), this one's definitely for you.
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Margarita Pops
Now you can drink your frozen margarita in fun, festive popsicle form. Don't forget the lime wedges!
Strawberry-Thyme Lemonade Pops
You only need three ingredients to level up your basic glass of lemonade into this fruity, herby popsicle.
Key Lime Pie Pops
Here's a genius way to make key lime pie an ultimate summer treat — just turn it into a popsicle, complete with its own graham cracker "crust"!
Strawberry Shortcake Pops
If you're a fan of those classic strawberry Good Humor bars, you'll love this version that's just as delicious and crumbly — all you need are strawberries, ice cream, and wafers!
Fruit 'n' Yogurt Swirl Pops
Fruity, yogurt-y, and oh-so-pretty ... What's not to love about these delicious swirl pops?
Orange-Banana Smoothie Pops
The fun (and coolest) way to drink your fruit smoothie.
Get the recipe from Country Living »
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Banana Split Popsicles
A banana split in popsicle form, complete with whipped cream and cherries on top? Um, yes, please!
Rainbow Popsicles
Yes, that's right — these are colorful, seven-layered, rainbow popsicles. Better yet, they're made with fresh fruit!
Strawberry Shortcake Popsicles
The best part of these pretty-in-pink pops is definitely the crumbly, buttery shortbread cookies in the center. It's just like biting into a piece of cake!
Bailey’s, Banana, and Coconut Popsicles
As if fresh banana and creamy coconut aren't irresistible enough, this recipe even calls for a touch of boozy Bailey's Irish Cream. We're a 100% sold!
Rosé Popsicles
There's nothing better on a hot summer day then a cold glass of rosé — especially if it's in frozen treat form.
Watermelon Pops
How cute are these creative watermelon pops?! (Plus, we totally love how the seeds were created with mini chocolate chips.)
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