I have a confession: I LOVE POPSICLES. But only the red kind because red flavor is always the best. Who’s with me on this?!
I mean think about it: gummy bears, Sour Patch Kids, sorbet, childrens’ multi-vitamins (or adult gummy multi-vitamins – which I’m not allowed to have), Kool-Aid. The list goes on, and I think it’s fair to assume that most people would say that “red” is the best flavor. Because it is.
But what does “red” actually taste like? I always figured it was some kind of berry, namely strawberry, but as with all food flavorings it just wasn’t QUITE exactly strawberry. It’s some unique and categorically delicious flavor that is the all-encompassing berry and, as gross as it is to think it’s not actually a real flavor, is totally tasty.
The thing is I’d rather eat real food, although I’m never going to turn down a handful of movie theater candy, so I figured I would find something delicious to make with the overload of bright red strawberries we had in the fridge. It’s getting warmer in Colorado and even though the true summer temperatures are still a little ways off I think it’s important to get in the mood, get in some practice if you will, before the big game. Add a little cream and you know it can only taste better!
STRAWBERRIES & CREAM POPSICLES
- 1.5 lbs berries
- 1/2 cup sugar (less if super ripe)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (half and half OK too, but the texture will be slightly different)
First things first, wash and hull all of the berries, and dry slightly on a paper towel. Combine the berries and sugar in a food processor and process until the sugar has dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. If you don’t like the texture of strawberry seeds now is the time to push the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds; however, if you don’t mind them then don’t worry about that part of it. Process the heavy cream into the mixture until completely blended. Pour into a popsicle mold and freeze for 4-6 hours until totally frozen and set. If you don’t have a popsicle mold you can also pour the mixture into ice cube trays and let it freeze for an hour before putting a stick (wooden or otherwise) into them; this allows the mixture to be frozen enough to hold the stick upright for the remainder of the freezing time. Let freeze for another 2-3 hours before serving!
Much better than red flavor and without sacrificing the color AND with a little cream. What’s not to love?!
Popsicles are the best, so easy to make and they make a really good late night snack on a warm night.
haha! Yeessss, red is the best flavor. Especially for things like ice-pops and sports drinks where the actual “flavor” is debateable at best!
I love red, too, although oddly enough I normally hate strawberry ice cream. I do have to say the simplicity of your ingredients and just the way they look…I think I’d love these!
Perfect for this time of year! I love how simple it is and since I have about a million ice cube trays, I’d probably stick the recipe in them and pop em out for a refreshing treat!
One of my coworkers had a package of Starburst today that were only red/pink. It was maybe my favorite part of the day…second to these popsicles. I love the cream in them!
Wow, looks so refreshing!! My daughter would love these too 🙂 What kind of popsicle mold do you use?
Yum! I am in the mood for ice pops, have all the ingredients and the molds. Heading to the kitchen
Ooh, Heather these sound delicious! Perfect for summer 🙂
Oh my they look awesome!
mmm…I also LOVE Popsicle! These look great!
Hand raised for red everything! 🙂 These look so cool and refreshing…yum!
I just got the ice cream maker attachment for my Kitchen Aid and these flavors sound simple and perfect! Any thoughts on how I could adjust the amount of cream to get it to an ice cream consistency?
you know, i’ve never made ice cream before so i’m not sure…maybe check out some strawberry ice cream recipes online? i think for ice cream you’d have to also have eggs with the cream to get that custard-like consistency 😉
Totally true — red is always best!! Love these 😀
LOVE THEM!! Simple easy and I bet they are scrumptious!
Love these!! Yummm
Mmm these sound delicious!
Sounds amazing and oh so easy! Popsicles never fail to make me think of those long lost summer days of playing outside (do kids even do that anymore?) until my mom would be me to come in. No joke though, I would always feel bad for the grape popsicles, so I’d opt for them. Poor guys never got any attention.
Just wanted to say it was a such a huge pleasure to meet with you on Saturday at the hike, even if it was for just a brief moment. That hike…well, that hike was no joke 🙂
hey maria! it was SO great to finally meet you in person! i just wish i’d been able to chat more…i don’t think my wheezing counts as communicating 🙂