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Weather getting warmer means kids will be outside more. You can keep them hydrated with popsicles! These Hidden Veggie Power Popsicleshave a dirty little secret and I won’t tell your kids if you don’t 😉
Turning the regular goto popsicles into power-providing, healthy snack options for your kids. Make these Hidden Veggie Power Popsicles and say, “Yes”, a lot more this spring and summer when asked for popsicles.
These contain yummy fruit and we sneak in carrots as well. So delicious they won’t even know they are in there.
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Hidden Veggie Power Popsicles
They are kid-approved, tried and true!
What you need
½ c. Orange juice
½ c. Carrot juice
1 c. Mango pieces, frozen
1/2 c. Pineapple pieces, frozen
Popsicle mold
Blender
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How to make Hidden Veggie Power Popsicle
Begin by placing 1 cup of frozen mango pieces into the blender.
Add in ½ cup of carrot juice to the blender. If you are not able to find straight carrot juice or cannot make your own, you can substitute a natural veggie/fruit juice blend that contains carrots.
Pour in ½ cup of orange juice.
Mix in the 1/2 cup of frozen pineapple pieces.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pour the popsicle mixture into the molds.
Place the popsicle molds into the freezer for at least a few hours and up to overnight. Once the popsicles have set completely, you can remove them from the freezer to serve. Place the molds under running water to release the popsicles if they are stuck in the mold.
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Hidden Veggie Power Popsicles
These kid-approved popsicles have a secret and parents love it.
- ½ c. Orange juice
- ½ c. Carrot juice
- 1 c. Mango pieces (frozen)
- ⅓ c. Pineapple pieces (frozen)
- Popsicle mold
- Blender
- Begin by placing 1 cup of frozen mango pieces into the blender.
- Add in ½ cup of carrot juice to the blender. If you are not able to find straight carrot juice or cannot make your own, you can substitute a natural veggie/fruit juice blend that contains carrots.
- Pour in ½ cup of orange juice.
- Mix in the ⅓ cup of frozen pineapple pieces, and blend on high until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the popsicle mixture into the molds.
- Place the popsicle molds into the freezer for at least a few hours and up to overnight. Once the popsicles have set completely, you can remove them from the freezer to serve. Place the molds under running water to release the popsicles if they are stuck in the mold.
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What a smart way to sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet! I don’t have kids but I’m considering making these for myself when the weather finally gets warm haha.
This is a great way to enjoy fruit and stay hydrated this summer and know what’s in the food you are giving your kids.
These look amazing! I love being able to hide veggies into things my kids never know about. Makes me feel good that they are eating something good for them.
I have always been a huge fan of making my own popsicles for the little ones. It is super healthy and less sugar than the ones you purchase from the store. I am going to have to try these ones.
I love this combination you used! It is starting to warm up and my kids love popsicles. This would be fun to make too.
Oh wow. This is a great idea. We want my niece to eat healthier but she doesn’t like vegetables. I will definitely try this.
We used to make these for my son when he was younger! It was a slightly different recipe – but it worked so well! He loved having them when he wasn’t feeling well
Yes! This is such a great idea. Making fresh and healthy treats for my kids is very important!
Smart! When my son was younger I used to finely shred carrots in pasta sauce and cauliflower in mac and cheese! It was the only way haha!
Oh, wow! This treat would be so perfect for my picky son. 🙂 Thank you for sharing this brilliant recipe idea.
These popsciles sound delicious. I love that they are made using healthy ingredients too. Ill have to give these a try.
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FAQs
These homemade popsicles can be stored in the freezer for 2-3 months in an airtight container. Enjoy frozen. Honey. honey is my favorite sweetener to use in this recipe because it's natural, imparts a subtle but delicious flavor, and is not too expensive!
How do you make homemade popsicles that aren't rock hard? ›
How do you make popsicles creamy, not icy? The secret to making no “icy” popsicle is adding cornstarch to the recipe! This will make popsicles less icy and more creamy.
How to make ice lollies at home without mold? ›
We've rounded up some of the best household items you can use to make ice lollies without a mould: Plastic cups or even plastic wine glasses – Pour in the mixture and add a stick (any ice lolly or craft ice lolly stick as long as they are not coated, plastic cutlery, BBQ kebab sticks, anything to hold on to).
What can I use as a mold for popsicles? ›
Small Baking Tins. Those small canelé molds, mini brioche tins, and mini muffin tins you have stashed in the kitchen are good for a lot more than just baking. Any kind of small baking tin can double as a good DIY popsicle mold.
How do you make popsicles creamy and not icy? ›
Fortunately, there's an easy way to prevent this unwanted outcome by using an unexpected ingredient: cornstarch. When you're creating the mixture for your popsicles, you can add a few teaspoons of cornstarch. Blend it with the rest of your ingredients, then pour the liquid into the popsicle molds as usual.
How do you seal homemade popsicles? ›
Re-Seal the Top: The trick to sealing without squirting popsicle mixture all over your vacuum sealer is to pull the corners of your string of popsicle tubes and bending the top over 90 degrees. By pulling the corers taut, it will push the mixture back down inside without you having to worry about keeping it inside.
What ingredient makes popsicles soft? ›
Pectin, like other common popsicle 'secret ingredients' like gelatin, cornstarch, alcohol, or the various gums/stabilizers used in commercial popsicles, is often used in popsicles to keep the ice crystals small. Like with ice cream, smaller ice crystals means a smoother mouthfeel and a less icy consistency.
What makes popsicles softer than ice? ›
To get a slightly softer texture, add more sweetener or a fatty milk product like heavy cream. Both lower the freezing point of the puree and gives it a less icy final finish.
What stabilizers are used in popsicles? ›
Although stabilisers such as guar gum, alginate, locust bean gum, xanthan, CMC and many others only make up a fraction of the finished product, they have a significant impact on the quality of the ice lolly (or ice pop, ice block or popsicle depending on your part of the world) and, ultimately, on the consumer ...
Why won't my popsicles freeze? ›
The liquid you're making pops with contains alcohol or if it's too high in fat, oil or sugar. The liquid you're making pops with is too soft or has too many solids. For example, if you made a chocolate pop from cocoa and used too high of a cocoa to water ratio, your pop may not freeze.
Once they're unmolded paletas are ready to be eaten, but it's best to wait a bit. Wrap pops in resealable plastic bags or store them in airtight plastic containers (use wax paper or plastic wrap to layer) and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
What can I use instead of popsicle sticks? ›
Plastic spoons - Plastic spoons make great popsicle sticks. The utensil's spoon end is what goes into the popsicle liquid, and you hold the popsicle from the plastic handle. Toothpicks - Because toothpicks are small, they are best used for mini popsicles, such as those made in an ice cube tray.
Can I freeze yogurt for popsicles? ›
Making these yogurt popsicles are a breeze, requiring only a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. It's a fun activity to get your kids involved – just blend all the ingredients in a blender and freeze for a delightful treat everyone can enjoy.
How to pull out homemade popsicles? ›
How do you get popsicles out of the mold? With plastic or stainless steel molds, you must run them under hot water to successfully remove the popsicle. If the popsicle is sticking to the mold, simply place it in hot water for five seconds longer and try releasing it again.
Can I put ice cream in popsicle molds? ›
Ice Cream Popsicles are such a fun and easy treat to switch up a regular bowl of ice cream. All you need is your favorite ice cream flavor and a batch of Magic Shell (recipe below or buy premade). You'll also need some popsicle molds, any shape or size will do.
How do you store homemade popsicles? ›
Homemade Popsicles can be stored in the molds or unmolded. To store unmolded, wrap them in a non-stick material like parchment paper, plastic wrap, or wax paper and store them in a resealable freezer safe-bag or airtight container.
How long are frozen popsicles good for? ›
Popsicles last for 6-8 months in the freezer if kept at a constant temperature. The shelf life of popsicles depends on a variety of factors, such as the best by date, the preparation method and how they were stored. Popsicles are typically made of sugar, water and flavorings.
How long does it take for popsicles to get old? ›
Popsicles that are wrapped up properly can keep in the freezer for three to four weeks. After that, they start to lose their flavor.
How long are milk popsicles good for? ›
Pour into age-appropriate popsicle molds and freeze for at least 2 hours. Frozen popsicles keep up to 4 months.
