Beat the summer heat with the most refreshing and Instagram-worthy treat you'll make this season! These Watermelon Mint Popsicles with Blueberries are not just a dessert, they're a cool, vibrant experience that will transform your ordinary summer day into an extraordinary flavor adventure. Imagine biting into a frozen delight that combines the juicy sweetness of watermelon, the crisp freshness of mint, and the burst of blueberries - it's like a poolside party in a popsicle!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 popsicles
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the watermelon. Cut the watermelon into cubes, ensuring you remove any seeds. You will need about 4 cups of cubed watermelon for this recipe.
- Next, rinse the fresh mint leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Pat them dry gently with a paper towel.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cubed watermelon and fresh mint leaves. If you prefer a sweeter popsicle, add 1 tablespoon of honey at this stage. Blend the mixture until smooth and well combined.
- Once blended, taste the mixture. If you find it needs more sweetness, you can add a little more honey and blend again until fully incorporated.
- After achieving the desired sweetness, pour the watermelon-mint mixture into a large mixing bowl or pitcher for easy pouring.
- Take your popsicle molds and place them on a stable surface. Pour the watermelon-mint mixture into each mold, filling them about three-quarters full to allow room for the blueberries.
- Now, take the fresh blueberries and gently drop a few into each popsicle mold, allowing them to sink slightly into the mixture.
- Insert the popsicle sticks into the molds, ensuring they are centered and upright. If your molds have a lid, place it on top to help keep the sticks in place.
- Carefully transfer the filled molds to the freezer. Allow the popsicles to freeze for at least 4 hours or until they are completely solid.
- Once the popsicles are fully frozen, remove them from the freezer. To release the popsicles from the molds, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds, being careful not to let any water get inside the molds.
- Gently pull on the popsicle sticks to remove the popsicles. If they resist, continue to run warm water over the molds until they loosen.
- Serve the watermelon mint popsicles immediately, or store them in a freezer-safe container for later enjoyment. Enjoy your refreshing summer treat!
Tips
- For the smoothest texture, use a high-powered blender to puree the watermelon and mint.
- Choose ripe, sweet watermelon for the best natural flavor.
- If you want to make these popsicles more adult-friendly, you can add a splash of vodka or white rum to the mixture.
- For a variation, try using different berries like raspberries or strawberries.
- To easily remove popsicles from molds, run them under warm water for 10-15 seconds.
- Use organic mint leaves for a more intense and fresh mint flavor.
- If you don't have popsicle molds, you can use small paper cups as an alternative.
- For a sugar-free version, skip the honey and let the watermelon's natural sweetness shine.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 35kcal
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
