Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Desserts 16 Popsicle Recipes to Try This Summer Who would have thought to mix maple syrup with cayenne pepper? By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 13, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: JENS MORTENSEN Freeze! Now back away from that box of same-old pops. These surprisingly easy homemade popsicle recipes prove that it's delicious—and cool—to be different. The Best Popsicle Molds for Every Summer Occasion 01 of 16 Cantaloupe Coconut Ice Pops Victor Protasio Hints of basil and lime freshen up this sweet treat—and a sprinkle of shredded coconut adds a little something extra to the final bites of this tasty popsicle. get the recipe 02 of 16 Spicy Maple Lemonade Pops Jennifer Causey Lemonade is a summer staple, but fresh red chiles take this classic icy treat to the next level. get the recipe 03 of 16 Papaya-Raspberry-Lime Pops Jennifer Causey Make this fruit-filled sweet treat for kids, or spike it with crème de cassis for the grown-ups. 04 of 16 Vanilla Tapioca Pudding Pops Jennifer Causey If you love pudding, these homemade popsicles are for you. Their creamy texture is best achieved with an electric mixer. Get the recipe 05 of 16 Cantaloupe Cashew Pops Jennifer Causey You can swap in whatever nut (or rice) milk you have on hand for these sweet-yet-savory ice pops. 06 of 16 Buttermilk, Banana, and Honey Ice Pops Levi Brown If a hard candy shell is your thing, you'll love these rich buttermilk popsicles dipped in chocolate. 07 of 16 Strawberry Buttermilk Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Take advantage of one of summer's juiciest treats—fresh strawberries—with pops that combine buttermilk, Greek yogurt, honey, and fruit in a creamy dessert. 08 of 16 Horchata Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Bring Latin American flavor to your picnic or poolside party with milky, spicy horchata pops. Substitute almond milk if you don't have rice milk on hand. 09 of 16 Cucumber, Agave, Mint Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Choose this recipe for a refreshingly green take on the popsicle, packed with chopped cucumbers, lime juice, and mint leaves. 10 of 16 Peaches and Cream Ice Pop Jens Mortensen For this frozen twist on the classic pairing, you can easily swap ground ginger for fresh. 11 of 16 Dairy-Free Cherry Almond Ice Pop Jens Mortensen If you've got a lactose-intolerant little one (or you're allergic yourself), try a pop that features almond milk, cherries, and lemon juice. 12 of 16 Grape, Green Apple, Kale Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Frustrated by kids who won't touch leafy greens? Pack super-food kale into popsicles along with grapes and apples. They'll never know these treats are healthy. 13 of 16 Mango Lime Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Nothing says summer like the bright taste of mango and lime. Sprinkle these pops with sea salt and lime zest for an extra kick. 14 of 16 Watermelon, Lime, Ginger Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Chill out with pops that mix watermelon with a hint of ginger. Freeze the pops for 45 minutes before adding sticks to avoid ingredient separation. 15 of 16 Virgin Piña Colada Ice Pop Jens Mortensen Turn the timeless cocktail into a tasty treat that the kids can enjoy too. If you don't want to double the recipe, store the rest of the pineapple in the refrigerator for up to three days. 16 of 16 Vanilla, Apricot, Bourbon Ice Pop Jens Mortensen For a grown-up version of the conventional pop, whisk bourbon together with vanilla bean seeds, apricot nectar, and salt. Get the recipe. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit