sweet treats
ByMelissa Goodwin Updated on
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Cool down with one of these refreshing homemade ice block recipes. With over 50 to choose from, there’s something for all tastes.
What better way to enjoy summer than with homemade ice blocks?
And who would have thought there were so many flavours?!
If you’re looking for homemade ice block recipes, you’ll find something to please everyone right here.
Before you get started, you’ll need some sort of ice block mould.
Reusable cups and pop sticks work well, but if you’re going to make a lot of ice blocks, you’ll want to get something reusable.
When it comes to ice block moulds, there are heaps on the market to choose from.
We use these silicone moulds (Amazon link), which fit nicely in our tiny freezer. I can stick them individually in the gaps rather than have to make room for a whole tray of ice blocks.
Having said that, we also have these moulds (Amazon) for when the freezer isn’t so full. What I love about these is the bottom catches the drips, which you can then drink through the attached straw.
Next, you’ll need a recipe and below are 60 to inspire you.
Before we get to the recipes, there are two cheat ice blocks that I do with the kids that are super easy when you’re in a pinch.
The first is blending up a tin of fruit in natural juice. Add the fruit and the juice to the blender, and away you go.
The other super easy ice block that is popular in our house is plain water.
Yes, my kids are still young enough to think that plain water ice blocks are the coolest (on hot days, they just want cold and refreshing) and old enough to make them themselves whenever they want.
If that’s a little boring, you can freeze store-bought juice instead.
Now on to the recipes.
Here are a variety of ice block recipes and ideas from around the web. Most are for kids, but the ones at the end are just for adults.
Watermelon Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.cookingclassy.com
Watermelon is super refreshing in summer - it's even better as a frozen treat.
Kiwi & Orange Popsicles (Vegan, Easy, No Sugar Added)
Photo Credit:www.notenoughcinnamon.com
Refreshing and healthy without any sugar.
Cantaloupe (Rockmelon) Popsicles
Photo Credit:tutti-dolci.com
This recipe has white rum in it - leave it out for a kid-friendly version.
Easy Cherry-Limeade Popsicles
Photo Credit:parade.com
This recipe uses cherry juice - you could use the juice from a tin of cherries.
Peaches and Cream Popsicle Recipe
Photo Credit:sugarandcloth.com
Peaches and cream - ooh, what a dream! The recipe uses Greek yoghurt rather than cream.
Bare Necessities Fresh Fruit Pops
Photo Credit:thenerdswife.com
Simple and healthy. It's not water. It's not lemonade. Click the link to find out what these are made of.
Lava Flow Popsicles – Paleo & Vegan!
Photo Credit:www.onelovelylife.com
It's not often you find a recipe that's both paleo and vegan. These look delicious whatever diet you do or don't follow.
Apricot Yoghurt Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.strudelandcream.com
Frozen apricot yoghurt brings back happy childhood memories for me. This recipe is super easy.
Whole Fruit Popsicles
Photo Credit:theviewfromgreatisland.com
A layered ice block that's a bit fiddly but the results are beautiful
Banana Peanut Butter Yogurt Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.notenoughcinnamon.com
Easy three-ingredient ice block - you can't beat banana and peanut butter!
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Popsicles
Photo Credit:chocolateandcarrots.com
The perfect treat for strawberry season!
Rocky Road Pudding Pops
Photo Credit:www.momontimeout.com
I worked in an ice cream parlour as a teenager, and rocky road ice cream was always a best seller. These bring back lots of memories.
Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Popsicles
Photo Credit:alldayidreamaboutfood.com
For when you're on a Keto diet, and want a treat.
Cookies and Cream Pudding Pops
Photo Credit:www.lecremedelacrumb.com
Choc-dipped cookies and cream ice blocks. Yummo!
Funfetti Pudding Pops Recipe
Photo Credit:www.rachelcooks.com
Or hundreds and thousands, as we call sprinkles here.
Easy Jello Popsicles
Photo Credit:onesweetappetite.com
This recipe includes Kool Aid, which is hard to get here in Australia. I reckon you could leave it out or experiment with a little undiluted cordial.
Pink Lemonade Popsicles
Photo Credit:smittenkitchen.com
Made from fresh or frozen raspberries and real homemade lemonade.
Apple Pie Popsicles
Photo Credit:realhousemoms.com
This recipe uses apple cider; you can use apple juice here in Australia, which is close to the same thing.
Frozen Yogurt Pops
Photo Credit:www.superhealthykids.com
Frozen yoghurt pops in silicone cupcake moulds from one of the best recipe sites for kids on the web. (We've tried a bazillion recipes from this site over the years and loved them all).
Skinny Orange Creamsicles (With Added Protein)
Photo Credit:www.damyhealth.com
The protein powder is optional.
Chia Coconut Pudding Popsicles
Photo Credit:theviewfromgreatisland.com
With bits of fruit through the ice blocks.
Power Popsicles
Photo Credit:theviewfromgreatisland.com
Layers of fruit and veggie puree with chia seeds and yoghurt. A bit of step up from the plain water ice blocks we make at home.
Green Juice Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.justataste.com
A different way to eat your greens when it's hot.
Watermelon Cucumber Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.thecomfortofcooking.com
Add some cukes for something a little different.
Hidden Vegetable Popsicles
Photo Credit:craftulate.com
I'm all for hiding vegetables in everything for young kids - it's a great way to increase nutrition. Here's a fun way for them to eat more veg without even knowing.
Three Veggie-Packed Popsicles
Photo Credit:livesimply.me
The names of these ice blocks go a long way to selling them too! So cute.
Pineapple, mango and basil popsicles
Photo Credit:www.eatgood4life.com
For something a little different - a hint of basil.
Mint Chocolate Popsicles
Photo Credit:tutti-dolci.com
Definitely my favourite, especially when we have fresh mint in the garden.
Lime Creamsicles
Photo Credit:www.girlversusdough.com
Like lime pie. This recipe uses condensed milk...nom nom nom.
Raspberry Cheesecake Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.thecomfortofcooking.com
Anything cheesecake has to be good, right?! Cream cheese lasts for ages, I stock up when it's half-price.
Passionfruit, Pineapple, and Vanilla Icy Poles
Photo Credit:www.gourmettraveller.com.au
Ideal if you've got a vine laden with fruit.
Dirty Coca-Cola Popsicle Recipe
Photo Credit:tidymom.net
No list is complete without a cola ice block.
FIGS AND RICOTTA CHEESECAKE POPSICLE
Photo Credit:ladyandpups.com
An ice block for when you want something a bit gourmet.
Easy Chai Popsicles
Photo Credit:www.gimmesomeoven.com
Frozen chai tea for days when you want tea, but it's too hot.
Baileys Poptails
Photo Credit:marlameridith.com
An ice block definitely for adults. This would be perfect on Christmas afternoon.
Raspberry Peach Champagne Popsicles (Easy Summer Dessert!)
Photo Credit:beyondfrosting.com
For adults: includes champagne, so an ice block for adults.
Mojito Popsicles
Photo Credit:realhousemoms.com
For adults: includes rum, but you can also use rum extract.
Pina Colada Ice Pops
Photo Credit:www.shutterbean.com
For adults: delicious mixture of coconut, pineapple, and rum.
Raspberry & Lime Sangria Popsicles
Photo Credit:jerryjamesstone.com
For adults: this recipe includes a sav blanc - you can use a good Aussie sav.
