Have you ever tried to reason with a 3-year-old? It's amazing how fast they can trick you into something.
"I am three years old so I want three crayons!". That is my youngest daughter's recent argument for everything.
Everything has to be in threes. Three bedtime stories, three loveys to cuddle while sleeping ( even though they always end up on the floor or under her bed ), three baby carrots at a time on her dinner plate, three more marshmallows... oh boy, I could go on and on! Right now she is in her terrible two's phase, although it seems to linger a bit if you ask me... 🙂
So what does it have to do with ice pops? Absolutely nothing, but I find myself tired in the end of a hot day and craving a satisfying and cooling treat.These pops are just that!
After the success of my no-bake cheesecake and whipped milk ice cream, I made a list of more no-bake desserts for this Summer. Ice pops were one of the top treats.
I used limes instead of lemons, because I am slightly obsessed with them recently. I made so many dishes featuring this gorgeous green citrus fruit that I just can't wait to share them with you! I plan to make you lime-obsessed too! 🙂
These ice pops are so easy to make and so addicting! I hope you will give them a try. You will find them to be a nice change from lemonade. They are kiddos-approved because of the fruit slices and man-approved for the taste.
Limeade Ice Pops with Strawberry and Kiwi
¾ c water
½ c lime juice
¼ c agave, honey or simple syrup ( I used lime scented simple syrup from making candied lime peels )
8 strawberry slices
8 kiwi slices
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together water, lime juice and syrup.
Place fruit slices in pops molds.
Carefully, pour the liquid over into molds.
Freeze until solid, 6 hours or overnight.
To release, run mold under warm water for few seconds.
makes: 8 ice pops
source: adapted from Weelicious
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I promised to share few photos from our celebrations this past weekend.
Here they go:
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| My Lil' Guy and me... |
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| With Daddy, blowing the candle... |
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| Giggles 😀 |
I will be back tomorrow for the 1st Blue Ribbon Challenge! Hope to see you here!
xoxo,
Beth Michelle says
Those photos are darling. Your son is so so so cute! These ice pop sound delicious. I love the slices of fruit in them! So pretty!!
Kit says
My sons saw this post & they can't wait to try out these lovely ice pops! They're really lovely & I'm sure very yummy too; I love your family pictures with your adorable son! He is soo CUTE & what a sweetheart!
The Better Baker says
Love these 'cool' pops, and the photos are simply adorable. Your babe is a redhead? We are fond of them in our family. Hubby is a redhead and 4 of our 8 grandchildren are too. LOOOOVE it! Very sweet post...pun intended...=)
Vanessa says
Your story is so funny! My son's 3 and I'm enjoying this age. You're family's beautiful and the icy pop treat is much needed here. : )
Ellen B Cookery says
Another great treat during this hot weather. I love the fruit!
What a beautiful baby! Love his laughter!
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
I just love that last pic! 🙂 Thank you, Ellen!
Dorothy says
These look beautiful! And delicious!
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Thank you, Dorothy!
atthepatisserie says
Oh my gosh, I'm dying over the giggles photo! So incredibly adorable! Also, I love your dark hair!
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Awww, thank you so much, sweet Ann!
Lizzy says
I love the family photos...what a cutie pie! And one of your ice pops would be perfect on this scorching evening 🙂
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Right? 🙂 Thank you, Lizzy!
Abby says
I love the slices of fruit in the popsicles!! So pretty. And what a cutie pie you have there 🙂
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Thank you, Abby 🙂 What can I say, he is adorable 🙂
Pacheco Patty says
Sweet photos! I pinned your ice pops to try this Summer, they looks pretty with the fruit inside;-)
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Thank you! You will love them!
Jenn Kendall says
those popsicles look delicious! so refreshing for summer!
Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Thank you, Jenn 🙂