Best 6 Cantaloupe Ice Pops Recipes

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Cantaloupe ice pops are a refreshing and healthy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with fresh cantaloupe, these frozen treats are a great way to cool down on a hot summer day or to enjoy as a healthy snack. The natural sweetness of the cantaloupe makes these ice pops a delicious and guilt-free indulgence, and they can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer them simple or with added flavors or mix-ins, cantaloupe ice pops are a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy this summer fruit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CANTALOUPE ICE POPS



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Your reminders to "eat your fruit" will finally stick once kids take a lick of these mmm-melony snacks. A perfect use for overripe cantaloupe, these pops make a light dessert or healthy between-meal refresher. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cubed cantaloupe
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
12 plastic cups or ice pop molds (3 ounces each)
12 wooden pop sticks

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the first 5 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour 1/4 cup into each cup or mold; insert pop sticks. Freeze until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY CANTALOUPE POPS



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I make these delicious pops when the melons are ripening quickly in our cantaloupe patch.-Deanna Richter, Elmore, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups cubed cantaloupe
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
8 Popsicle molds or plastic cups (3 ounces)
8 Popsicle sticks

Steps:

  • Place cantaloupe in a blender. Cover and process until smooth; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the cream and sugar. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat. , Stir in pureed cantaloupe. Pour 1/4 cup into each mold; insert the Popsicle sticks. Freeze until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CANTALOUPE ICE POPS



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Make and share this Cantaloupe Ice Pops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 ripe cantaloupe, peeled, seeds removed, cut into chunks
1/2 cup sugar
1 lime, zest of
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Puree the cantaloupe in a blender and measure: you should have 2 cups.
  • Return the puree to the blender and process with 3/4 cups water, the sugar, and the lime zest and juice.
  • Pour equal amounts into 8 ice-pop molds.
  • Cover each mold with its lid and insert a wooden stick.
  • Freeze until the pops are solid, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the pops from the molds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5.7, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 15.2, Protein 0.3

CANTALOUPE ITALIAN ICE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 36m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 quart (32 ounces) water
1 pound, 4 ounces sugar
1 lemon, juiced
2 medium-sized ripe cantaloupes
Serving suggestions: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Dissolve sugar and water in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool.
  • Peel and seed the cantaloupes. Cut into 2-inch pieces. Puree in a food processor. Strain through a medium sieve. Mix strained cantaloupe juice, sugar syrup, and lemon juice with a wire whisk.
  • Pour into an ice cream machine. Add some cantaloupe pulp, if desired. Freeze to a smooth consistency, according to manufacturer's directions.
  • You may wish to place in the freezer compartment of your refrigerator for a few hours to harden. Serve in a dessert glass topped with whipped cream or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

CANTALOUPE ITALIAN ICE



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Have this and don't worry about the calories!

Provided by Totally Fit & Fabulous

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ¼ cups superfine sugar
½ cup water
¼ cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves
2 cantaloupes (about 4 lbs each) - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch wedges
mint leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Place a 7x12-inch glass dish in the freezer to chill.
  • Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over low heat. Cook until sugar has completely dissolved. Add mint, remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
  • Place melon in a food processor and process until pureed; pour into a bowl. Strain mint leaves from cooled syrup and add syrup to the melon. Stir until well combined.
  • Pour cantaloupe mixture into the chilled dish and freeze uncovered for 3 to 4 hours, stirring with a fork every 30 minutes. Continue until mixture is almost frozen and a bit grainy; don't let it freeze completely, otherwise you won't be able to serve it.
  • Place in a decorative bowl and garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 22.9 mg, Sugar 41.4 g

CREAMY CANTALOUPE POPS



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Make and share this Creamy Cantaloupe Pops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups cantaloupe, cubed
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
8 wooden popsicle sticks

Steps:

  • Place cantaloupe in a blender.
  • Cover and process until smooth; set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the cream and sugar.
  • Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in pureed cantaloupe.
  • Pour 1/4 cup into each mold (popsicle mold or 3 oz. plastic cups); insert the popsicle sticks.
  • Freeze until firm.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe cantaloupe: The sweetness and flavor of your ice pops will depend on the quality of the cantaloupe you use. Look for cantaloupes that are heavy for their size, have a deep orange color, and give slightly when pressed.
  • Freeze the cantaloupe in advance: Freezing the cantaloupe before making the ice pops will help them freeze more quickly and evenly. Cut the cantaloupe into chunks and freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet for at least 2 hours.
  • Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help you achieve a smooth and creamy texture for your ice pops. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a regular blender, but you may need to blend the mixture for longer.
  • Add sweetness to taste: The amount of sweetness you add to your ice pops will depend on your personal preference. If you like your ice pops sweet, you can add honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar to taste. If you prefer a tart ice pop, you can add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice.
  • Use popsicle molds or paper cups: You can use popsicle molds or paper cups to make your ice pops. If you're using paper cups, be sure to insert a popsicle stick into the center of each cup before freezing.
  • Freeze the ice pops for at least 4 hours: Once you've filled your popsicle molds or paper cups, freeze them for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Conclusion:

Cantaloupe ice pops are a refreshing and delicious summer treat that are easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these healthy and flavorful ice pops all summer long. They're perfect for a hot day, a pool party, or a picnic. So next time you're looking for a cool and refreshing treat, give these cantaloupe ice pops a try. You won't be disappointed!

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