Watermelon Ice Pops

Juicy, refreshing, and easy to make- these watermelon ice pops are perfect for hot days, with options for moulds or freezie tubes.

There’s nothing more refreshing than watermelon on a hot day—unless it’s frozen watermelon on a stick. These watermelon ice pops are juicy, sweet, and so easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for backyard snacks, post-swim treats, or tossing into the cooler for summer outings.

You can pour the mixture into popsicle moulds or make them freezie-style in zip-top tubes for easy grab-and-go storage. Either way, you get that pure, summery watermelon flavour with a little lift from lime juice and a touch of optional sweetness.

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Watermelon Ice Pops

• Use ripe watermelon – The riper the melon, the better the flavour and sweetness with no added sugar needed in most cases.
• Strain if you want a smoother texture – Not necessary, but if you want your popsicles extra smooth (especially for freezies), pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve before freezing.
• Leave room for expansion – Whether you’re using moulds or freezie tubes, leave a bit of space at the top to allow for expansion as they freeze.
• Freeze flat – If making freezies, lay them flat in a single layer in the freezer so they freeze evenly and are easy to stack later.
• To unmould easily – Briefly run your popsicle moulds under warm water to release.
• Storage tip – Popsicles and freezies will keep well in the freezer for up to a month. Store popsicles in an airtight container or wrap individually to prevent freezer burn.

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Watermelon – Seedless is easiest to work with. Make sure it’s ripe and sweet for the best flavour.
• Lime juice – Adds brightness and balances the sweetness. Lemon juice works too if that’s what you have.
• Honey or maple syrup (optional) – Only needed if your watermelon isn’t very sweet. You can also use agave or simple syrup.
• Salt (optional) – A tiny pinch enhances the fruit’s natural flavour, especially if you’re skipping the added sweetener.

Watermelon Ice Pops

Yields: 8 Ice Pops | Prep time: 10 Minutes | Chill time: 6 Hours

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

For Popsicle Moulds:

1. Blend everything – Add the watermelon, lime juice, sweetener (if using), and a pinch of salt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
2. Taste and adjust – Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or lime as needed.
3. Pour into moulds – Carefully fill popsicle moulds, leaving a little room at the top for expansion.
4. Insert sticks and freeze – Add sticks and freeze for at least 4–6 hours, or until completely solid.
5. Unmould – Run the moulds briefly under warm water to release.

For Freezies (Ice Pop Tubes):

1. Blend as above.
2. Use a funnel to pour the blended watermelon mix into zip-top ice pop bags (the long, skinny kind).
3. Seal and freeze flat for easier storage.
4. Freeze 6–8 hours or overnight until fully solid.