Strawberry Mango Popsicles

The sun-drenched aroma of ripe fruits wafts through the air as you open the freezer to reveal a colorful array of Strawberry Mango Popsicles. This refreshing treat, perfect for those hot days, takes just a little over an hour to make and overnight to freeze, yielding a delightful blend of flavors that is impossible to resist.

This recipe is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a cool, fruity snack, especially during the summer months or as a fun dessert for gatherings. You can prepare these popsicles ahead of time and store them in the freezer for up to a week for an effortless treat whenever the mood strikes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy to make with simple ingredients that you likely already have.
• Refreshing and vibrant flavors of strawberry and mango blend harmoniously.
• Perfectly creamy texture thanks to the blending technique.
• A fun, interactive recipe that’s great for kids to help with.

What You’ll Need

Here are the ingredients you’ll need to create these delicious popsicles.

For the Strawberry Mixture

• 3 cups strawberries, hulled
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup

For the Mango Mixture

• 3 cups cubed mango
• 1/3 cup orange juice

Consider using honey instead of maple syrup.

Substitutions & Swaps

• Use agave syrup in place of maple syrup.
• Substitute peaches for mango, if desired.
• Fresh lime can be replaced with lemon juice.
• Frozen strawberries can be used in a pinch.

How to Make It

Follow these simple steps to create your popsicles.

Cook strawberries

Add the strawberries, maple syrup, and lime juice to a small pot on medium heat and let cook for 5-10 minutes until the strawberries begin to soften. (This step is optional, but will intensify the flavor of the strawberries.)

Blend strawberry mixture

Transfer the strawberry mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.

Divide strawberry mixture

Divide the strawberry mixture evenly into your popsicle molds.

Clean blender

Clean the blender, then add the mango and orange juice.

Blend mango mixture

Blend until smooth.

Divide mango mixture

Divide the mango mixture evenly into the popsicle molds.

Swirl mixtures (optional)

You can optionally use a knife or a chopstick to make swirls in each popsicle mold to give the popsicles a marble effect.

Freeze popsicles

Add the cover to the mold and insert the popsicle sticks, then place in the freezer overnight.

Remove from molds

To remove the popsicles from the molds, run them under warm water for 30 seconds, then gently pull on the popsicle sticks.

How to Store It

Fridge: Not recommended for long-term storage.
Freezer: Yes, to keep them fresh for a week.
Reheat: N/A for popsicles.

Tips for Best Results

• Use ripe fruits for the best flavor.
• Ensure your blender is powerful for a smooth texture.
• Try varying the fruit combinations for a unique twist.
• Don’t forget to label containers if storing multiple flavors.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve at summer parties for a colorful treat.
• Pair with fresh mint leaves for added freshness.
• Enjoy as a post-workout snack for natural energy.