26 Refreshing Ice Pops to Make This Summer

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26 Refreshing Ice Pops to Make This Summer2/26 Peach Crisp Parfait Pops Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My little ones love fruit crisps and ice pops. I created a healthy and delicious treat that combines the two. For a sweet addition, use cinnamon sticks in place of the wooden pop sticks. —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah 3/26 Banana Popsicles Test Kitchen Approved Banana Popsicles Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 popsicles Go to Recipe From the Recipe

They’re creamy but not overly sweet

Creator: Before turning to banana bread, use your ripe bananas in these rich, tangy popsicles. They’re creamy but not overly sweet. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 4/26 Maple Mocha Pops 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Maple Mocha Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband says one is just not enough of these creamy pops. They’re a breeze to make, and kids love them too. For a more grownup presentation, freeze them in pretty serving cups and add a dollop of whipped cream.

—Caroline Sperry, Allentown, Michigan 5/26 Strawberry Popsicles 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings about 6 popsicles Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These quick and easy strawberry popsicles are the best way to beat summer heat. A splash of lemon juice helps to balance the sweetness in these bright red treats. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 6/26 Blueberry Cream Pops 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Cream Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Creator: Blueberry-and-cream pops are such a fun after-school snack

Creator: Blueberry-and-cream pops are such a fun after-school snack. Make them in the morning so the pops are ready to go when the kids come in the door. —Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania 7/26 Lemon-Apricot Fruit Pops Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 6 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With just 31 calories and less than 1 tsp. sugar per serving, these lemon ice pops are one light and refreshing summer dessert everyone can find room for! —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho. When it comes time to eat them, here’s a hack to open freezer pops without

—Ericka Sanchez, El Paso, Texas

scissors. ERICKA SANCHEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME Strawberry, Basil and Honey PaletasMade with fresh strawberries and basil, my authentic Mexican paletas recipe will keep you refreshed all summer long. —Ericka Sanchez, El Paso, Texas. Learn more about making popsicles. Go to Recipe 8/26 9/26 Fruit Juice Pops 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve used this recipe for years as a refreshing treat. My children enjoyed these pops more than any store-bought ones I ever brought home. They taste great with either pineapple or

orange juice

orange juice. Try freezing and serving in cups made from hollowed-out oranges. —Barbara Stewart, Garland, Texas These popsicle molds are perfect for summer. 10/26 Orange Cream Pops 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Orange Cream Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a lower-fat alternative to ice cream-filled pops, try this citrus novelty. The tangy orange flavor will make your taste buds tingle, while the silky smooth texture offers cool comfort. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 11/26 Rocky Road Fudge Pops Test Kitchen Approved Rocky Road

Fudge Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These sweet frozen treats are simple to prepare and guaranteed to bring out the kid in anyone. The creamy pops feature a special chocolate and peanut topping.—Karen Grant, Tulare, California 12/26 Strawberry Banana Popsicles 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Banana Popsicles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 12 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These four-ingredient freezer pops are a delicious way to use up a pint of fresh strawberries.

You’ll love the hint of tropical flavor, thanks to the coconut milk

You’ll love the hint of tropical flavor, thanks to the coconut milk. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Cool off with more no-bake summer treats. 13/26 Strawberry-Citrus Freezer Pops Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I knew that clementines and strawberries would create a luscious combination in a fruit pop, and I have to say these are delicious! —Colleen Ludovice, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 14/26 Creamy Layered Blueberry Ice Pops 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the

The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another layer of flavor

Recipe Creator: These delicious ice pops can also be made with raspberries or blackberries. The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another layer of flavor. The pops are quick, easy, kid-friendly and freezable. —Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois 15/26 Cantaloupe Ice Pops 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Cantaloupe Ice Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Your reminders to “eat your fruit” will finally stick once kids take a lick of these mmm-melony snacks. A perfect use for overripe cantaloupe, these pops make a light dessert or

healthy between-meal refresher

healthy between-meal refresher. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin 16/26 Sunrise Pops Test Kitchen Approved Sunrise Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Bright, beautiful, cool, refreshing, sweet, delicious and wholesome—what’s there not to like in these homemade pops?—Colleen Ludovice, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 17/26 Patriotic Pops 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Patriotic Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My kids love homemade ice pops, and I love knowing that the ones we

make are good for them

make are good for them. We whip up a big batch with multiple flavors so they have many choices, but these patriotic red, white and blueberry ones are always a favorite! —Shannon Carino, Frisco, Texas 18/26 Strawberry-Rosemary Yogurt Pops Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 6 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We planted strawberries a few years ago and these tangy-sweet frozen yogurt pops are my very favorite treats to make with them! The options are endless. Try using other yogurt flavors like lemon, raspberry or blueberry. —Carmell Childs, Orangeville,

Nothing says summer like an ice pop

Utah 19/26 Chocolate Hazelnut Soy Pops 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love Nutella, and I’m always looking for ways to use it. These pops are a great way to stay cool in the summer, but also make a cozy treat in the winter. —Bonita Suter, Lawrence, Michigan 20/26 Berry White Ice Pops 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nothing says summer like an ice pop. Kids and

adults alike love this fruit-filled version

adults alike love this fruit-filled version. —Sharon Guinta, Stamford, Connecticut 21/26 Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kiwi, pineapple, sugar and water are all you need to make these easy, breezy freezer pops.—Colleen Ludovice, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 22/26 Watermelon Popsicles Test Kitchen Approved Watermelon Popsicles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 12 popsicles Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: All it takes is 10 minutes to make these all-natural, deliciously

sweet frozen treats

sweet frozen treats. Adding the lime juice to the watermelon puree adds that extra zingy flavor! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 23/26 Coconut Popsicles Test Kitchen Approved Coconut Popsicles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings about 10 popsicles Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These fresh and hydrating popsicles will take you right to the tropics. Made with coconut milk and coconut extract, they encapsulate a mildly sweet, creamy and delicious flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 24/26 Birthday Cake Freezer Pops 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home

Total Time 25 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: On my quest to find birthday cake ice cream—my favorite flavor—I came up with these easy ice pops. Now, instead of going to the store whenever a craving hits, I just head to my freezer. —Dawn Lopez, Westerly, Rhode Island 25/26 Triple Fruit Freeze Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pops won’t turn your tongue blue or neon green like many store-bought pops because they’re made with fresh grapes, blueberries and

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