These orange creamsicle popsicles are basically summer on a stick. Sweet, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor, they’re always on repeat at my house. And with just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, they’re as easy as they are delicious.

A teal kids plate with orange Creamsicle's and some orange slices on top of a white marble countertop.

I’m on a mission to recreate as many summertime memories from my own childhood as I can with my kids this year. I’m talking Slip ’N Slides, family road trips, camping… and of course, orange creamsicles.

Orange creamsicles were a staple of my childhood — sweet, creamy, and perfectly citrusy. The ultimate way to cool off on those long summer days. But because we’re busy (and let’s be honest… tired) parents, we’re making these the easy way.

Just toss some orange segments, a splash of orange juice, a little yogurt, a hint of vanilla, and — if you have the bandwidth — a bit of orange zest into a blender. Then you know the drill: blend, pour, and freeze.

If you’re looking for summer on a stick, this is it. Or, as my kids lovingly call them… “dreamsicles.” ☀️🍊

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  1. Gather your ingredients – oranges, orange juice, honey, yogurt, and vanilla extract.
  2. Place all of the ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth. Add in more orange zest and pulse for 2-3 seconds until just mixed.
  3. Pour the mixture into your popsicle molds and place them in the freezer.
  4. Freeze for at least 5 hours, but preferably overnight.
  5. Pop the popsicles out of the molds and enjoy!

Add-Ins

You can make these easy orange creamsicles as-is, or you can add in one or two extra ingredients. Here are a couple of our favorite additions:

  • chopped strawberries
  • crushed graham crackers
  • more orange zest
  • slices or chopped pieces of orange
  • blend with a handful of spinach
  • diced mangoes
A hand holding an orange Creamsicle popsicle over a teal plate with orange slices on a white marble countertop.
A teal kids plate with orange Creamsicle's and some orange slices on top of a white marble countertop.

Get the recipe: Kid-Loved Orange Creamsicle Popsicles

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These orange creamsicle popsicles are basically summer on a stick. Sweet, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor, they’re always on repeat at my house. And with just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, they’re as easy as they are delicious.
Yield: 6 popsicles
Prep: 5 minutes
Freeze Time: 5 hours
Total: 5 hours 5 minutes
Author: Michele Olivier
Course: Dessert
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Ingredients 

  • 1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed or store-bought
  • 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt, (see notes below)
  • 3-4 tbsp honey (for babies over 1), maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 2 tsp orange zest
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions 

  • In a blender, add all of the ingredients along with 1 tsp of orange zest.
  • Blend for 15-30 seconds or until everything is incorporated and smooth. Add in the rest of the orange zest and pulse for 2 seconds.
  • Pour into your popsicle molds until you reach the fill line. Place in the popsicle sticks and carefully place the mold in the freezer for at least 5 hours but preferably overnight.
  • Remove the popsicle from the mold and serve.

Notes

Age: 9+ months (omit the sweetener for 12 months and younger)
Yield: this recipe makes roughly 2 1/2 cups of popsicle mixture. You may need to increase/decrease that amount based on your popsicle mold size. If you have any leftovers, feel free to serve it as a smoothie or smoothie bowl to your kiddos (or yourself). 
Notes on Yogurt: you can use plain, vanilla, honey (for babies over 1), or whichever other flavor sounds good or you have on hand. I recommend using whole-milk yogurt to help boost flavor and thickness. You can also use any plant-based yogurt you prefer as well – oat, cashew, almond, soy, etc. 
Sweetness: Depending on your fruit’s sweetness and your preference, I recommend tasting the popsicle base before pouring it into the molds, as you may need a little more honey. 
Recipe Tips
  • If you’re feeling fancy and really want to make your orange creamsicle flavor shine – stir in a little bit of finely grated orange zest to the mixture after blending.
  • Use full-fat canned coconut milk for a dairy-free option that’s super creamy.
  • Popsicles can help soothe sore throats or provide relief from teething pain (just make sure your little one is over 1 year of age if you’re making them with honey).
  • For the best texture, use a high-powered blender and puree until super smooth.
  • If your popsicles seem to be sticking in the mold, running the base under warm water for about 30 seconds will help release a popsicle easily.
Cooking with Kids: This recipe is great for having your little ones help out in the kitchen and develop their cooking skills.

Toddlers

  • Toddlers can help peel the oranges, measure the ingredients, and pour them into the blender.
  • They can help put the lid on the blender and push start. Note: make sure to talk about not touching the blender blade while making something in the blender, as it can be sharp.
  • Once blended, toddlers can help pour the popsicle mixture into the popsicle molds. Pour the popsicle mixture into a smaller measuring cup with a pour lip to make it easier to manage.
  • With help, they can place the popsicle molds into the freezer. My kids always spill the tray at this point, so just give them an extra hand.

Kids

  • You can pretty much let older kids make this recipe by themselves.
  • They can pick out and measure all of the ingredients. Note: make sure to talk about not touching the blender blade while making something in the blender, as it can be sharp.
  • Kids can pour the popsicle mixture into the molds and place the popsicles into the freezer.

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Medically reviewed and cowritten by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).