Easy Lemon Popsicles
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Easy Lemon Popsicles
Description
In this recipe, granulated sugar is whisked with lemon juice and zest to dissolve and extract citrus flavor. Plant-based milk is stirred in to create a uniform, slightly creamy mixture. This blend is poured carefully into ice pop molds with some headspace to allow for expansion during freezing. They freeze solid over several hours, developing a firm texture that holds the vibrant lemon flavor with a subtle sweetness. The process is simple and does not require cooking.
The resulting popsicles provide a balance of bright lemon tartness and gentle sweetness with a smooth mouthfeel provided by the plant-based milk. They are a refreshing option for warmer days or as a light, dairy-free frozen dessert alternative.
Practical tips include using a funnel or pitcher to avoid spills when filling molds and leaving space at the top for expansion to prevent overflow. Dissolving the sugar can be sped up by using a small amount of warm plant milk or water before mixing fully.
Ingredients
- ½ to ½ cup granulated sugar depending on sweetness preference
- lemon juice and zest of 1
- 1 ½ cups plant-based milk
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well-combined.
- Pour in the plant-based milk and stir to combine.
- Pour into your ice pop molds and freeze for 6 hours or until frozen solid.
Notes
- Use a funnel or pitcher to pour the mixture into molds cleanly and avoid spills.
- Leave about half an inch of headspace in molds for expansion during freezing.
- Warm a small portion of the plant-based milk or water to dissolve sugar faster before mixing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8ice pops
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 59kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 19mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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