We’ve descended into dog days — and nothing will make us feel better than these super easy to make popsicles!

I always scream for ice cream — especially in this heat. As temperatures soar to over 40 degrees in some parts of the country, people have been looking for ways to cool down at home. For a quick fix that doesn’t involve bloated electricity bills, try making your own ice cream. These simple recipes call for just a handful of fruity ingredients that plenty have taken stock of. Check them out, try it out, and tell us what you think if you haven’t thanked us already. 

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1. Peach Sangria Popsicles

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A fruity cooldown served with your favourite glass of wine! Make them at home for a delicious happy hour treat. 

Ingredients 

  • 3 peaches, divided

  • ¾-1 cup fresh raspberries

  • 1 tbsp. granulated sugar

  • 1 cup plus 1 tbsp. white wine, divided

  • 3 tbsp. peach schnapps

For full recipe, click here

2. Hot Chocolate Popsicles

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An oxymoron? Perhaps, but don’t knock it ‘til you’ve tried it. It may just end up being your favourite. 

Ingredients

  • 4 c of milk
  • 6 tbsp of sugar
  • 2 tbsp of semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 c of mini marshmallows

For full recipe, click here

3. Root Beer Float Popsicle

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Nothing more refreshing than a root beer float, am I right? Turn this American classic into an at-home snack. 

Ingredients

  • 12-14 oz of root beer 
  • 1 1/4 c of vanilla ice cream 

For full recipe, click here

4. Almond Cookie Popsicle

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This is the perfect sweet treat to while away an afternoon in the Manila heat. 

Ingredients 

  • 1 c of almond milk
  • 2 spoonfuls of cookie butter 

For full recipe, click here

5. Strawberry Granola Pops

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A healthy snack for when you want to indulge — but not too much. 

Ingredients 

  • Strawberry yogurt
  • Granola
  • Strawberries
  • Maple syrup

For full recipe, click here

6. Coconut Carrot Icicles

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Here's an unlikely duo you never thought would work well together! Try this coconut carrot recipe for a deliciously nutritious ice pop. 

Ingredients

  • 1 can of unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 can of carrot juice
  • 1/2 c freshly grated carrot
  • 1/2 c sugar
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh peeled ginger
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

For full recipe, click here

7. Chocolate Coffee Ice Pops

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Need an energising treat for when you've just woken up in the morning? Stash these in your freezer the night before for a quick caffeine fix before your Zoom meeting. 

Ingredients

  • 2 c of coffee
  • 1/2 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk

For full recipe, click here

8. Honey Lemonade Popsicles

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A rejuvenating, no-fuss ice pop that only takes 3 ingredients to make! 

Ingredients

  • Honey
  • 1 c freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Water

For full recipe, click here

9. Gummy Bear & Sprite Popsicle

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A whimsical recipe that's sure to be a big hit with the kids! 

Ingredients 

  • Gummy bears 
  • Sprite 

For full recipe, click here

10. Mango Banana Icicles

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Nothing spells summer better than a refreshing popsicle made from our very own tropical delights. 

Ingredients

  • 8 oz frozen banana chunks
  • 1 ripe mango, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Mint leaves

For full recipe, click here

11. Cake Batter Popsicles

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Yup, you read that right! Enjoy these fun popsicles with your kids or by yourself. 

Ingredients

  • 3 c vanilla ice cream
  • 3/4 c of yellow cake mix
  • 2 tsp of vanilla extract
  • 1 c of milk
  • 1/2 c sprinkles 

For full recipe, click here

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