Watermelon and Lime Popsicles

Watermelon and Lime Popsicles

Beat the summer heat with our Watermelon and Lime Popsicles! These icy treats are a delightful blend of fresh, juicy watermelon and tangy lime, sweetened with a hint of honey and infused with aromatic mint leaves. A refreshing palate cleanser or a light dessert, these popsicles are the perfect way to cool down during those hot summer days. This recipe has roots in the southern United States, where watermelon is a summer staple and citrus fruits like lime are commonly used in desserts.

Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • Fresh watermelon (4 cups, cubed)
  • Fresh lime juice (1/4 cup)
  • Honey (2 tablespoons, or to taste)
  • Fresh mint leaves (1/4 cup, chopped)
  • Popsicle sticks (8)
  • Popsicle molds (8 molds)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your popsicle molds and sticks.
  2. In a blender, add the cubed watermelon and blend until you have a smooth puree.
  3. Add the fresh lime juice, your preferred amount of honey, and the chopped fresh mint leaves to the blender. Blend again until everything is well combined.
  4. Carefully pour the watermelon mixture into each popsicle mold, leaving a little space at the top for the mixture to expand as it freezes.
  5. Insert a popsicle stick into each mold and ensure it is standing upright.
  6. Place the filled molds in the freezer and let them freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the popsicles are completely frozen.
  7. To remove the popsicles from the molds, briefly run the molds under warm water. The popsicles should easily slide out.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing watermelon and lime popsicles!

Dietary Information

Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Freeze Time: 4 hours • Calories: 45 • Fat: 0g • Carbs: 12g • Protein: 0.6g • Sodium: 2mg • Sugar: 10g