Description
Indulge in the refreshing and creamy goodness of these homemade Creamy Lemon Popsicles. A perfect treat for a sunny day, these popsicles are bursting with zesty lemon flavor balanced with a rich creamy texture.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Mixture:
- ⅓ cup + 1½ tablespoons water
- ⅓ cup + 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice, strained
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
For the Creamy Base:
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons whole milk
- ⅓ cup + 1½ tablespoons heavy cream (30% fat content)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemon Mixture: In a medium pot, combine water, lemon juice, and sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Whip the Cream: Whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Ingredients: Allow the lemon mixture to cool, then add milk. Blend in the whipped cream until well incorporated.
- Freeze the Popsicles: Transfer the mixture to popsicle molds and freeze for 4-5 hours until set.
Notes
- Store popsicles in molds for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 4 weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 152 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 16mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.04g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
