Ready within minutes, these 4-ingredient strawberry popsicles are the ultimate summer treat. So refreshingly irresistible, these popsicles are going to be a hit! Naturally sweetened and full of sweet strawberry flavor, your kids will ask for them on repeat! PLUS.. they have a hidden veggie!

Looking for a delicious way to keep the kids (and yourself) hydrated during these hot summer days?

Well then, I’ve got you!

The first time I made strawberry popsicles, I didn’t simmer the strawberries first. I just popped the strawberries and a little honey into a blender before filling the popsicle molds. Needless to say, they were a little lackluster. What I wanted was a super-duper concentrated strawberry flavor, in a handheld frozen form. Unfortunately, that was not those popsicles. Then I had a light-bulb moment. What if I simmered down some strawberries while adding in a little lemon to bring out the freshness, some honey to intensify the sweetness, and some shredded carrots because it’s summer and my kid’s nutritional intake is all over the place? Call it a stroke of genius from the popsicle gods… because it worked! The result was a super STRAWBERRY-flavored popsicle that is bursting with all the summery-strawberry vibes.

I love these healthy strawberry popsicles for so many reasons:

🍓 First, they are a fruity, hydrating and refreshing treat, especially during the hot summer months.
🍓 Second, they take 10 minutes to prepare using natural and healthy ingredients.
🍓 And finally, they’re a fun and interactive snack that kids can enjoy while playing outdoors.

These delicious strawberry popsicles are also a great way to encourage my kids to eat more fruit and veggies in the best most open way possible – a frozen popsicle on a stick! So no matter how insanely crazy your summer is, you at least know these popsicles will be there for you.

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Ingredients

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Let’s Get Cooking

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Add all ingredients into a small sauce pan.
A silver sauce pan with simmered strawberries and carrots for Popsicles.
Heat on medium-low for 10 minutes or until tender.
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Transfer all ingredients to a blender.
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Blend for 1-2 minutes or unitl completely smooth.
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Pour the strawberry mixture into the popsicle tray, and add the popsicle sticks.
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Freeze for at least 5 hours. Pop out of the mold, serve, and enjoy!

Best Popsicle Molds

I absolutely love a fun and colorful popsicle mold! If you’re looking for the best style to fit your family’s needs, check out my guide to 6 of the best kid-friendly popsicle molds. There are options for every age – babies, toddlers, and big kids (including adults).

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Get the recipe: Irresistible 4-Ingredient Strawberry Popsicles (with a hidden veggie!)

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Ready within minutes, these 3-ingredient strawberry popsicles are the ultimate summer refreshment. Naturally sweetened and full of sweet strawberry flavor, your kids will ask for them on repeat! PLUS.. they have a hidden veggie!
Yield: 6 popsicles
Prep: 3 minutes
Cook: 10 hours
Freeze Time: 5 hours
Total: 5 hours 15 minutes
Author: Michele Olivier
Course: Dessert
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Ingredients 

  • 3 cups fresh or thawed from frozen strawberries (with juices), hulled
  • 3 tbsp honey, (see notes)
  • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup carrots, shredded or finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions 

  • In a small saucepan, place all ingredients.
  • Heat over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, or until strawberries are tender. Let cool slightly.
  • Transfer all ingredients into a blender.
  • Blend for 1-2 minutes or until strawberries are completely smooth.
  • Pour into a popsicle mold to the fill in. Add in the sticks.
  • Place in the freezer and freeze for at least 5 hours, but preferably overnight. Remove from popsicle mold, serve and enjoy

Notes

Age: 9+ months (omit the sweetener for 12 months and younger)
Storage: After removing the popsicle molds, store strawberry popsicles in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months in the freezer.
Yield: this recipe makes roughly 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). 
Sweetness: Depending on the sweetness of your fruit and your sweetness preference, I recommend tasting the popsicle base before pouring it into the molds, as you may need a little more honey. You can also substitute the honey with maple syrup, agave nectar or a simple syrup. 
3-Minute Instructions: If you have very ripe strawberries that are bursting with flavor, then feel free to add all of the ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth – no simmering needed.
Frozen Strawberries: If using frozen strawberries, thaw first and then add them (and their juices) to a blender along with the other ingredients. There is no need to simmer the frozen strawberries. 
Add-Ins: You can make these easy popsicles as-is, or you can add in one or two extra ingredients. Here are a couple of our favorite additions:
  • chopped strawberries
  • swirl of yogurt
  • crushed graham crackers
  • slices or chopped pieces of banana
  • 1/2 medium cooked beet
  • mango slices
Cooking with Kids: This recipe is great for helping your kids build confidence in the kitchen. There are so many ways they can help out!

Toddlers

  • Toddlers can help measure and pour the ingredients 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. You may want to pour the popsicle mixture into a smaller measuring cup with pour lip to make it easier on them.
  • 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).