This Cucumber Melon Ice Pops Recipe is a delightful and healthy dessert option perfect for hot summer days. Combining the refreshing flavors of cucumber and sweet melon, these ice pops are not only delicious but also a great way to stay hydrated.
The recipe is simple and requires just a few ingredients, making it an ideal choice for a quick and healthy treat.
Easy Healthy Desserts Recipe
These ice pops feature a blend of fresh cucumber and melon pureed together, then frozen into popsicle molds. The recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and yields 6 pops, making it a fun and healthy dessert for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups ripe melon (such as cantaloupe or honeydew), chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and chop the cucumber and melon into small pieces.
- Blend the Mixture: In a blender, combine the cucumber, melon, honey (if using), lime juice, and water. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into Molds: Carefully pour the mixture into ice pop molds, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
- Insert Sticks: Place the sticks into the molds and freeze for at least 4-6 hours or until solid.
- Serve: To release the ice pops, run warm water over the outside of the molds for a few seconds. Enjoy your refreshing cucumber melon ice pops!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Freeze Time: 4-6 hours
- Total Time: 4-6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 pops
- Calories: 50kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 13g