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    The VGN Way » Dessert

    Watermelon Mint Popsicles

    Published: Aug 4, 2020 · Modified: Aug 14, 2022 by Nija Clark · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    Watermelon Popsicles are the perfect summer treat. Healthy, using fresh fruit, delicious and easy to make. After you’ve had these homemade popsicles; you won’t go back to the store-bought variety again. 

    3 watermelon Popsicles on table surrounded by mint.
    Jump to:
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients
    • Why Pectin?
    • Make Mint Simple Syrup
    • How to Pick a Sweet Watermelon
    • Step by Step Popsicles Instructions
    • Tip
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Related Recipes
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    Why This Recipe Works

    • These popsicles are super simple to make; a very kid-friendly treat.
    • Budget-friendly -  in season during the summer months. Watermelons are cheap.
    • And a no bake summer treat.

    Ingredients

    This recipe needs just 5 ingredients.

    • Seedless Watermelon
    • Fresh Lime Juice
    • A Few Mint Leaves
    • Sugar
    • Pectin - optional but it’s totally worth it, read why below.

    Why Pectin?

    Pectin, sugar and alcohol all help to lower the freezing point of the popsicle to ensure you don’t get rock hard, icy popsicle.

    Pectin is a good ingredient to keep in the pantry. And you’ll definitely get your money’s worth. We use it in to make simple microwave Strawberry fruit jam.

    Half a teaspoon of pectin for each cup of the liquid mixture will do the trick; you'll get a softer, smoother texture popsicle by adding the pectin.

    Instructions

    Make Mint Simple Syrup

    Of course you can buy simple syrup. But its super easy to make and will save you money and extra additives.

    Make a double batch of simple syrup. This mint simple syrup is great for making sweet tea, cocktails or mock-tails too.

    • ½ cup Water
    • ½ cup Sugar
    • ½ cup Mint leaves - reserve and chop few mint leaves to use in molds.

    Step 1: Put crushed mint leaves, sugar and water into a heatproof large oversized glass container stir to dissolve the sugar

    Step 2: Microwave on high around 5 minutes

    Step 3: Will bubble some but is ok because you have it in oversized container. Set aside.

    Step 4: After it’s cooled transfer to a container with a lid, something like a measuring cup with a lid or mason jar, then refrigerate. Its great to have simple syrup on the ready for mix drinks, coffee and tea.

    Makes approximately ¾ cups of simple syrup. 

    How to Pick a Sweet Watermelon

    Here a guide to picking a perfectly ripe and sweet watermelon for you Watermelon popsicles.

    Step by Step Popsicles Instructions

    Step 1: Make simple syrup (see directions above).

    Step 2: Cut watermelon from rind and cube. Not need to worry about seeds if present will be pulverized in high power blender. Place in a large bowl.

    Step 3: Add cubed watermelon to blender and blend until a smooth puree.

    Step 4: Add mint simple syrup, juice from lime to watermelon purée. Pulse for a very seconds to combine.

    Optionally add a few chopped mint leaves to mixture before pouring.

    Step 5: Pour liquid into popsicle mold. Will make 6 to 8 depending on your pour and size of your molds. 

    Step 6: Depending on your freezer will take about 4 to 6 hours to freeze.

    Tip

    If you do not have popsicle molds you can also buy Disposable Ice Popsicle mold bags as a alternative.


    Equipment

    Silicone Popsicle molds - we recommend silicone over metal because it is flexible which makes releasing frozen pops easier.You can order online through Amazon or pickup molds at Wal-mart or Target.

    Storage

    Store popsicles in freezer, they will stay fresh in the freezer for 2 months. 

    Related Recipes

    • Peaches and Cream vegan popsicle
    • Berryberry Dreamscicles

    Love this recipe? Please leave a 5-star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating in the recipe card below & if you REALLY like it, consider a comment down below. Thanks!

    📖 Recipe

    Watermelon Mint Popsicles

    Nija Clark
    These Watermelon Lime popsicles are the perfect thirst quenchers for hot summer days. Healthy, full of fresh fruit, delicious and easy to make. After you’ve had these gluten-free vegan popsicles you won’t go back to the store-bought again. 

    If you love this recipe as much as we do, let us know with a 5-star rating!

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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Freezer Time 6 hours hrs
    Total Time 6 hours hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 101 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Popsicles

    • 4 cups Seedless Watermelon - cubed - Should equal 3 cups liquid after blended in blender
    • ½ Lime Juiced, equals about 2 tablespoons
    • 2 teaspoons Fresh Mint leaves - chopped
    • 2 teaspoons Pectin - note if you increase recipe you need 2 teaspoons for 4 cups of liquid

    Mint Simple Syrup

    • ½ cup Water
    • ½ cup Sugar
    • 7 leaves Mint -or 2 teaspoons mint extract

    Instructions
     

    Simple Syrup

    • Put sugar and water into a heatproof large oversized glass container stir to dissolve the sugar
    • Microwave on high around 5 minutes
    • Will bubble some but is ok because you have it in oversized container
    • Set aside

    Watermelon Purée

    • Add watermelon to blender and blend until smooth puree

    Popsicles

    • Combine watermelon purée, mint simple syrup, juice from lime and chopped mint leaves
    • Pour liquid into popsicle mold
    • Enjoy

    Notes

    Use seedless watermelon so you don’t have to pick/strain seeds from the watermelon purée. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 119mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 582IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
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    Be sure to check out more of our plant-based desserts.

    A perfect summer treat; goes great with our vegan gluten-free hot dogs too.

    What questions do you have? Leave us your questions/comments below or on Instagram at #thevgnway.

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    1. Toya

      July 30, 2022 at 4:55 pm

      5 stars
      These are the business. The limes really make these pops. Next time will make these into a boozy frozen cocktail.

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