Every summer, my children and I love making our own homemade popsicles in popsicle molds. They are much, much cheaper and healthier than store-bought popsicles, and the flavor combinations are endless. We always have a great time searching through the fridge and cupboards to see what new and interesting flavor combinations we can try.
One downside to making your own popsicles, however, is that they can take a long time to set. And while I work hard to teach my children patience, I have to admit, when the summer weather really starts to heat up, the last thing I want to do is wait hours for our popicles to be ready.
If you have the same problem, don’t worry, I have a great solution: the Zoku Duo Quick Pop Maker. These awesome popsicle molds can make popsicles on your counter in as little as seven minutes, and it doesn’t require electricity. It really is a very neat little gadget.
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One Zoku pop recipe my family finds really yummy is this Watermelon Kiwi Pops recipe. As if a watermelon popsicles recipe wasn’t fun enough already, these Watermelon Kiwi Pops really take the flavor to a whole new level. I love the way the flavors mix together–sweet, juicy and delicious. They even look like watermelon too!
Don’t spend your summer waiting for your popsicles to freeze. You have better things to do with your summer. Grab a Zoku Duo Quick Pop Maker and make your own Watermelon Kiwi Pops today!
- 3 cup Watermelon cut in cubes
- 2 Kiwis peeled and sut in cubes
- 18-24 Raisins (optional)
- Puree kiwi in food processor or blender until liquified.
- Transfer to pouring container
- Puree watermelon in food processor or blender until liquified.
- Transfer to pouring container
- You can optionally add sugar or honey if extra sweetness is desired.
- If you are using a Zoku Quick Pop Maker:
- Place stick in position.
- Pour watermelon juice in maker about 2/3 way to fill line.
- Add 3 or 4 raisins to simulate seeds (optional).
- Wait 6 minutes or until firmed.
- Pour kiwi juice in maker up to fill line.
- Wait 10 minutes or until frozen.
- Use tool to remove pop and place in freezer.
- Pour watermelon juice in popsicle molds or small paper cups about 2/3 full.
- Add 3 or 4 raisins to simulate seeds (optional).
- Place in freezer for 10-15 minutes or until mixture begins to firm.
- Insert sticks.
- Pour kiwi juice in popsicle molds or small paper cups to fill.
- Return to freezer for several hours.
- Use hot water to release from molds.
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