Made with fresh squeezed lemon juice, zest, and a simple syrup, these Lemonade Popsicles are a frozen treat to satisfy everyone. Seriously, who doesn’t love lemon popsicles.
But, these aren’t just any lemon pops, they’re like super lemony, perfectly sweet and absolutely refreshing. Plus they’re so easy to whip up.
Memorial Day is a great occasion to start making these popsicles. And you’ll literally want to make them all summer long. Think barbecues, cookouts, graduation celebrations or any time you need something cold, sweet, and refreshing.
Looking for some other fruity popsicle ideas? Check out our dreamy strawberry popsicles. That strawberry flavor is so intense.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
- Our lemonade pops are the perfect frozen treat. They’re cold, sweet, and so lemony and refreshing. They’ll instantly cool you down on a hot summer day.
- It’s the little things that make a big difference here. A tiny dash salt and a bit of lemon zest might not sound like a lot but it really makes these popsicles, well…pop.
- They’re perfectly throwback…no fancy stuff here. Just icy lemon pops with fresh lemon flavor.
Ingredients
- Lemons – Pick lemons that are slightly soft when you squeeze them. We use the juice and zest.
- Sugar
- Water
- Salt – A pinch of salt brightens up the flavor.
See the recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Lemonade Popsicles
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, and a pinch of salt.
Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar and salt completely dissolve.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice and the cooled syrup.
Add the remaining 3 cups of cold water and the lemon zest.
Fill the molds about ¾ of the way.
Place the lid on the popsicle mold and add the sticks. Place in the freezer for about 4 hours or overnight.
Remove the popsicles from the freezer and enjoy!
Top Tip
Microwave the lemons for 10-15 seconds. This helps release the juices and makes them easier to squeeze.
Don’t overfill the popsicle mold. Leave about a ¼ inch space at the top.
Storage
Store the popsicles in an airtight container or bags for up to 30 days.
Other Popsicle Ideas You’ll Love
FAQ
Yes. But for the most refreshing flavor, we recommend using fresh squeezed lemon juice.
Sure. Fresh strawberries, blueberries, mango, or peach work really well with lemonade popsicles.
Lemonade Popsicle Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 4 Cups Cold Water Divided
- 2 Tsp Finely Grated Lemon Zest
- Pinch of Salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar and salt completely dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice and the cooled syrup.
- Add the remaining 3 cups of cold water.
- Fill the molds about ¾ of the way.
- Place the lid on the popsicle mold and add the sticks. Place in the freezer for about 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove the popsicles from the freezer and enjoy!
Notes
- We like the balance of tart and sweet. Before pouring into the mold, taste and adjust if needed.
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