Lemon Lime Popsicles

Making homemade popsicles isn’t as hard as it seems! From Fresh Fruit and Yogurt Popsicles or Strawberry Popsicles, there are endless ways to make these frozen sweet treats. That's exactly why I started making these Lemon Lime Popsicles!

The blend of fresh lemon and lime is bright and tangy, with just a hint of sweetness from the honey. Just mix everything together, add lemon and lime slices, and freeze. It’s that simple!

If I'm having company over for a barbecue, I'll make two batches of these delicious Lemon Lime Popsicles—one that's rated G for the kiddos and one with booze for the adults. It's such a fun treat, and it never ceases to impress people!

In fact, we love popsicles around here. You don't want to miss these Fresh Fruit Popsicles, Peaches and Cream Popsicles and Homemade Fudgisicles!

Cool Down with a Sweet and Tangy Treat

Here's why you'll love this lemon lime popsicle recipe!

• No artificial flavors: Unlike most popsicles on the market, these are loaded with natural ingredients and none of the bad stuff.
• Meal prep for summer: Make a batch, freeze it, and enjoy all week long. They're perfect for meal prepping and keeping in the freezer for those "need something sweet" moments.
• Before you get started: You don’t have to have popsicle molds for this recipe! Use what you have around the house.

Key Ingredients

To make these tasty lemonade-inspired popsicles, you will need the following key ingredients:

• Lemons: Known for being excellent for hydration, lemons are the perfect fruit to pair with limes.
• Limes: Like the lemons, we will be using both the juice of the lime and the fruit itself to create the ultimate refreshing popsicles!
• Honey: This is my sweetener of choice, but feel free to swap it out for agave or simple syrup for a vegan option.
• Water: Make sure to use filtered water rather than tap water. You can also swap this out for coconut water, another type of flavored water, or fruit juice.

How to Make Lemon Lime Popsicles from Scratch

Think making popsicles at home is too hard? Think again! Here's how to make them:

1. Mix the Juice and Sweetener

In a bowl, stir together fresh lemon juice, lime juice, and honey (or your preferred sweetener). Add water or coconut water and taste to adjust sweetness.

Pro tip: Make sure the mixture tastes like really good lemonade. Adjust the sweetness to your liking!

2. Add Fruit Slices (Optional)

If you're using fruit slices like lemon, lime, or berries, add them to the popsicle molds first.

3. Freeze

Pour the mixture into the molds and freeze for at least 6 hours.

Pro tip: Be patient! Let them freeze completely for the best texture.

4. Serve

Once frozen, run warm water over the outside of the mold for a few seconds to easily release the popsicles.

Lemon Lime Popsicle Variations

Here are some of my favorite ways to get creative with this dish:

• Make them even sweeter: If you like super sweet and tart popsicles, try swapping out the lemons for Meyer lemons and/or the limes for key limes.
• Add fruits: You can add some berries or kiwi to the popsicles for a burst of fruity goodness in each bite!
• Make them creamy: For creamy lemon-lime popsicles, try reducing the amount of water by half and adding Greek yogurt or coconut milk. It's what makes these Banana Popsicles so creamy!
• Add fresh herbs: Fresh mint leaves add a ton of bright flavor that really complements the flavors of the citrus fruits in our popsicles. I use it in these Watermelon Mint Popsicles, and it's the perfect contrast to the sweet watermelon!
• Use a different base liquid: Feel free to switch out the plain water for a different liquid. White grape juice and strawberry-flavored water would both work really well here.
• Make them boozy: Hosting a pool party or barbecue? Make a separate batch of popsicles just for the adults, and add a bit of rum or vodka.
• Kick it up a notch: If you're a spicy food lover and want to add a slight kick, try adding some thinly sliced jalapenos to the popsicles.
• More nutritious: Blend some spinach or cucumber into the lemon-lime mixture to make a nutritious green popsicle. No one will know! You can also add some chia seeds to the pops to add some extra nutrition.

How Do You Make Popsicle Molds at Home?

If you don't have popsicle molds at home, don't worry! You can make homemade popsicles without popsicle molds. You just need to let that creativity shine.

You can use a wide variety of regular household objects, such as makeshift popsicle molds, from muffin tins and ice cube trays to the small paper cups that you normally use for mouthwash.

Once you've identified the objects you want to use as your popsicle molds, you will need something to act as the popsicle stick. This can include wooden sticks, toothpicks, or plastic spoons.

Once you've got your mixture into your makeshift molds, stick the popsicle sticks into the center of each mold after about 20-30 minutes in the freezer, and then continue to let your popsicles freeze for at least 6 hours.

How long do homemade popsicles last?

When stored properly, homemade popsicles will last in the freezer for about 2 months. Once your popsicles are completely frozen, I recommend transferring them to an airtight storage bag. This will help preserve the color and flavor, as well as prevent freezer burn.