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Watermelon Popsicles

There's nothing quite like a refreshing treat to beat the summer heat, and watermelon popsicles are the perfect answer. These homemade popsicles are a great way to enjoy the juicy, sweet taste of watermelon in a fun and easy-to-eat form. Plus, they’re incredibly simple to make with just a few ingredients you probably already have at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups 600g cubed seedless watermelon, chilled
  • 1/4 cup 60ml freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons 25g granulated sugar (or honey/agave, to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Prepare the Watermelon:

  • Wash the watermelon, slice it in half, and scoop out the seeds.
  • Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes and add them to a blender or food processor.

Create the Popsicle Mixture:

  • Pour in the lime juice, and add sugar (or honey/agave) and a pinch of salt.
  • Blend everything on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

Fill and Freeze:

  • Carefully pour the blended watermelon mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small gap at the top.
  • Insert the popsicle sticks into each mold.

Freeze the Popsicles:

  • Place the molds in the freezer and let them freeze for at least 4-6 hours until they are fully solid.

Remove and Enjoy:

  • To release the popsicles, run warm water over the molds for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Gently pull out the popsicles and enjoy them immediately.