Fresh Watermelon Bomb Pops
These fresh watermelon bomb pops are an easy, refreshing homemade summer treat combining juicy watermelon, lime, and mint for a perfect icy chill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4-6 hours (including freezing time)
- Yield: 8 popsicles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (600g) diced fresh watermelon, seeds removed
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons (15-30ml) honey or agave nectar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Cut fresh watermelon into cubes, removing all seeds (about 4 cups or 600g).
- Place watermelon cubes, lime juice, chopped mint leaves, honey or agave, water, and optional salt into a blender.
- Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or texture by adding more honey or water if needed. Optionally strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds, leaving a small gap at the top. Insert sticks and place molds flat in the freezer.
- Freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight until solid.
- To unmold, briefly run warm water over the outside of the molds for 10-15 seconds and gently pull out the pops.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for best flavor. Do not overblend to avoid warming the mixture. Adjust sweetness to taste as freezing dulls sweetness. For easier unmolding, run molds under warm water briefly. Pops are best enjoyed within 5 days for freshness but can last up to 2 weeks in the freezer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 5070
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0.5
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