Homemade Watermelon Popsicles Recipe

Calendar icon Published: Mar 2nd 2025 by Chigoziri Nwachuku
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Looking for a healthy frozen treat for the hot summer months? These Homemade Watermelon Popsicles are the perfect option. They're made with three simple, natural ingredients: fresh watermelon, fresh lime juice, and maple syrup. So they have all the good stuff, and none of the colorants and refined sugar found in store-bought popsicles.

They're also really easy to make. Just place all your ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth. Then pour your watermelon mixture into popsicle molds, and freeze until set. Easy, peasy.

Looking for more dairy-free frozen treats? Try our Mango Ice Cream and Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream!

How many carbs are in a watermelon popsicle?

There are 11 grams of carbs in a watermelon popsicle.

Is watermelon high in calories or sugar?

Watermelon is low in calories, but moderately high in sugar.

Is watermelon OK for weight loss?

Yes, it is OK for weight loss as it's low in calories. It's also high in water, which makes you feel full. Watermelon also contains a substance called citrulline which may help burn fat.

Can a diabetic eat watermelon?

Diabetics can eat watermelon - in moderation. That's because too much watermelon may raise blood sugar levels.

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Time & Serves

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
0 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Serves
8 persons.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cubed fresh Watermelon

  • Juice of 1 Lime

  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup

Instructions

In a blender, add watermelon, lime juice, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth.

Homemade Watermelon Popsicles ingredients in a blender

Pour the watermelon mixture into popsicles molds, ensuring you leave room at the top for the popsicles to expand. About 1/2 inch of space at the top should be fine.

Watermelon mixture in popsicle molds

Cover the molds and insert popsicle sticks. Place in the freezer for 4 hours or overnight until completely set.

Covered popsicle molds containing watermelon mixture

Remove the popsicles from the molds and serve.

Homemade Watermelon Popsicles on a tray
Chigoziri Nwachuku
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