Homemade Fruit Popsicles (3-Ingredients) – Baby Foode

Nothing says summertime quite like homemade fruit popsicles! These 3 ingredient popsicles are made with fresh, natural ingredients and no artificial flavors. Plus, the fun flavor combinations are endless!

Medically reviewed and cowritten by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).

Healthy Fruit Popsicles

If your family is anything like mine, the struggle is REAL to get my kiddos to drink an adequate amount of water during the summer months. I find myself reverting to these healthy fruit popsicles in times of desperation. But I’ll let you in on a little secret – I actually don’t mind one bit.

That’s because these refreshing fruit popsicles take just minutes to make! And you only need 3 ingredients. Fruit popsicles are also a great way to get some extra vitamins, minerals and fiber from the fruit into their snacks.

And the fact that I get to enjoy one on a hot afternoon too? Not complaining about that either.

If you are looking for more easy and healthy frozen desserts for your little one, then be sure to check out these delicious Mango Popsicles, Healthy Green Smoothie Popsicles, these reader-favorite Homemade Yogurt Tubes, or these hidden-veggie filled Healthy Popsicles for Toddlers. You can also find more recipes and information in my best-selling cookbook Little Foodies: Recipes for Babies and Toddlers with Taste.

Reasons to Love Fruit Popsicles

• Super easy to prepare
• Quick source of hydration, vitamins and minerals for kids who don’t drink enough water
• Naturally sweetened for a healthier treat
• Easy to eat and can be enjoyed on-the-go
• Great recipe for kids to work on their skills in the kitchen
• Can easily be made dairy free
• Endless flavor combinations
• Makes for a refreshing treat on a hot summer day

Ingredients

Please see full list and amounts of ingredients below.

• Fruit: Fresh or frozen fruit will work to make these popsicles.
• Sweetener: Adding just a bit really brings out the fruity flavors – you can use maple syrup, agave, honey (for babies over 1), or sugar, and even adjust the amount to your liking.
• Yogurt or Liquid: If using yogurt, I recommend a plain whole milk yogurt for the added healthy fats and nutrients, but you can also use regular yogurt or a plant-based alternative. If using a liquid, I recommend a fruit juice.
• Add-Ins: These are completely optional, but ideas like mini chocolate chips, a dash of vanilla extract, or chopped fruit can really take your popsicle game to the next level.

Healthy Benefits of Fruit Popsicles: Generally, all fruit is high in vitamin C, fiber, and water, so most likely any fruit popsicles will have these benefits. And then, depending on what other ingredients you use, you’ll get additional benefits. If using yogurt or milk they’ll be packed with protein and calcium. And making these yourself will leave out most of the added sugar and preservatives found in store-bought popsicles.

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Place all of the ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into your popsicle molds and place in the freezer.
3. Freeze for at least 5 hours, but preferably overnight.
4. Pop the popsicles out of the molds and enjoy!

Fruit Ideas

Homemade fruit popsicles work equally well using fresh or thawed from frozen. You can pick just one fruit or choose a combination of 1-3 fruits.

• strawberries
• watermelon
• cantaloupe
• pineapple
• grapes
• kiwi
• peaches
• nectarines
• blueberries
• raspberries

Sweetener Ideas

Adding a touch of natural sweetener to these homemade popsicles brings out their fruity flavors and helps reduce ice crystals from forming. Any of the following sweeteners will work beautifully.

• maple syrup
• honey (only serve to babies over 1 year)
• agave nectar
• simple syrup
• sugar

Yogurt or Liquid Ideas

I like to add just a little liquid to ensure that the popsicle blend properly and are not too dense when frozen.

• yogurt – plain whole milk
• flavored yogurt
• plant-based yogurt
• coconut water
• kefir – plain or flavored
• canned coconut milk
• apple juice
• grape juice
• orange juice

Add-Ins

While definitely not necessary, sometimes it’s fun to add in some fun add-ins to your popsicles if they are vibing with your fruit.

• chopped fruit
• mini chocolate chips
• swirl of peanut butter
• swirl of chocolate
• swirl of yogurt
• handful of spinach
• squeeze of lemon, lime, or orange
• splash of vanilla extract
• pinch of cinnamon
• a teaspoon of chia or hemp seeds

Veggie Boost: feel free to add a 1/4 cup of baby carrots, frozen cauliflower, spinach, or avocado to most popsicles. I like adding the same veggie color to my popsicle base so the popsicles don’t turn out brown.

Favorite Combinations

• Watermelon + strawberry + lime
• Raspberries + blackberries + greek yogurt
• Mango + carrots + coconut milk
• Pineapple + peaches + coconut water
• Strawberry + pineapple + mint
• Cantaloupe + cauliflower + apple juice
• Peach + peach yogurt + honey
• Pineapple + mango + orange juice
• Grapes + grape juice + chia seeds
• Watermelon + cantaloupe + lemon yogurt
• Grape + blueberry + apple juice
• Strawberry + yogurt

Cooking with Kids

This recipe is great for having your little ones get more experience with helping in the kitchen.

Toddlers

• Toddlers can help measure and pour the ingredients into the blender.
• They can help put the lid on the blender and push start. Note: make sure to talk about not touching the blender blade while making something in the blender, as it can be sharp.
• Once blended, toddlers can help pour the popsicle mixture into the popsicle molds. You may want to pour the popsicle mixture into a smaller measuring cup with pour lip to make it easier on them.
• With help, they can place the popsicle molds into the freezer. My kids always spill the tray at this point, so just give them an extra hand.

Kids

• You can pretty much let older kids make this recipe by themselves.
• They can pick out and measure all of the ingredients. Note: make sure to talk about not touching the blender blade while making something in the blender, as it can be sharp.
• Kids can pour the popsicle mixture into the molds and place the popsicles into the freezer.

How to Store

After removing from the popsicle molds, store homemade fruit popsicles in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month in the freezer.

How to Release Popsicles from Molds

Run the base of your popsicle mold under warm water for 15-30 seconds to help release popsicles easily.

Best Popsicle Molds

If you’re looking for fun and colorful ways to make popsicles, check out my guide to 6 of the best kid-friendly popsicle molds. There’s options for every age – babies, toddlers, and big kids (including adults).

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