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Homemade Orange Popsicles

Homemade Orange Popsicles That Are Bursting with Flavor

Enjoy these Homemade Orange Popsicles that are simple, healthy, and bursting with flavor, perfect for beating the heat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 popsicles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Popsicles
  • 2 cups Fresh Orange Juice Use fresh-squeezed for optimal taste
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste or substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 whole Zest of Orange Adds aromatic oils for a richer experience
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Optional; adds tartness that balances sweetness

Equipment

  • citrus juicer
  • Blender
  • Popsicle molds

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Orange Popsicles
  1. Juicing the Oranges: Start by juicing 6-8 fresh oranges, aiming for about 2 cups of juice. Cut the oranges in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice, ensuring you remove any seeds.
  2. Mixing the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the fresh orange juice with granulated sugar (or your preferred sweetener) and the zest of one orange. Blend until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Filling the Molds: Carefully pour the mixture into popsicle molds, filling each mold and leaving a small space at the top for expansion as they freeze.
  4. Freezing the Popsicles: Insert popsicle sticks into each mold and place the molds in the freezer. Allow the popsicles to freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until solid.
  5. Unmolding the Popsicles: Run warm water over the molds for a few seconds to loosen the popsicles and gently pull them out.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popsicleCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh oranges for the best flavor and avoid overfilling the molds to ensure perfect popsicle shapes.

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