Description
Cool summer vibes meet fruity bliss in these strawberry mango popsicles, blending tropical sweetness with refreshing charm. Creamy, natural ingredients and simple preparation invite you to savor pure seasonal delight in every frosty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) strawberries
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) cubed mango
Liquids:
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) orange juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lime juice
Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) maple syrup
Instructions
- Gently simmer strawberries with maple syrup and lime juice over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until softened, releasing their natural sweetness and intensifying the flavor profile.
- Transfer the cooked strawberry mixture to a blender and puree until completely smooth, creating a vibrant crimson liquid.
- Carefully distribute the strawberry puree evenly across popsicle molds, filling approximately one-third of each cavity.
- Rinse the blender, then combine fresh mango and orange juice, processing until achieving a silky, golden consistency.
- Pour the mango mixture over the strawberry layer, filling the remaining mold space, creating a two-toned effect.
- Optional: Use a thin knife or chopstick to create delicate swirls, generating a marbled visual texture throughout the popsicle.
- Insert popsicle sticks and seal the mold, then transfer to the freezer for a minimum of 6-8 hours or preferably overnight.
- When ready to serve, briefly submerge the mold under warm running water for 20-30 seconds to facilitate easy removal.
- Gently wiggle and pull the popsicle sticks to release the frozen treats, revealing the beautiful layered design.
Notes
- Gently cook strawberries to intensify their natural sweetness and create a more robust flavor profile for the popsicles.
- Try alternative sweeteners like honey or agave nectar for different dietary preferences or reduced sugar options.
- Use fresh, ripe fruits at peak season to maximize natural flavor and nutritional value of the popsicles.
- For a dairy-free and vegan version, ensure all ingredients are plant-based and skip any potential animal-derived additions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg