Sparkling Cherry Ice Pops

Sparkling Cherry Ice Pops

180 mins
easy
8 servings

A refreshing and vibrant summer treat, these cherry ice pops are bursting with flavor and perfect for a hot day. Easy to make and customizable, they're a crowd-pleaser.

DessertFrozenFruitSummer

Equipment Needed

  • Blender
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Ice pop molds
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Popsicle sticks
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 2.00 cupsPitted Sweet Cherries(Fresh or frozen, pitted for ease.)
  • 1.00 cupWater(Filtered water is best.)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsGranulated Sugar(Adjust to taste.)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsCherry Powdered Gelatin(For a smooth texture.)
  • 1.00 pinchKosher Salt(Enhances flavor.)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Lemon Juice(Adds brightness.)
  • 1.00 jar (13-14 oz)Maraschino Cherries(For garnish.)
  • 8.00 itemsIce Pop Molds(Choose your favorite design.)
  • 8.00 itemsPopsicle Sticks(For easy handling.)

Instructions

1

Combine cherries and water in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until cherries soften (about 8-10 minutes).

Estimated time: 10 minutes

2

Transfer to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Return half of the cherry juice to the saucepan. Add sugar, gelatin, and salt. Bring to a boil, then immediately remove from heat.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Stir until gelatin dissolves completely. Add remaining cherry juice and lemon juice.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Divide the mixture among ice pop molds.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Add a few maraschino cherries to each mold.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Insert popsicle sticks.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours, or until solid.

Estimated time: 360 minutes

9

Enjoy your delicious Sparkling Cherry Ice Pops!

Estimated time: 1 minutes