**Cool Off with Refreshing Cantaloupe Ice Pops: A Summer Treat for Everyone**
As the sun shines brightly and temperatures soar, indulge in a delightful summer treat that will tantalize your taste buds and provide a much-needed respite from the heat: cantaloupe ice pops. These refreshing and healthy frozen treats are not only incredibly delicious but also incredibly easy to make, requiring minimal ingredients and just a few simple steps. With variations ranging from classic cantaloupe to unique combinations like cantaloupe-strawberry and cantaloupe-lime, these ice pops cater to every palate, promising an explosion of flavors in every bite. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your popsicle molds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling refreshed, revitalized, and craving more.
CREAMY CANTALOUPE POPS
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
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 ITALIAN ICE
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 ICE POPS
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
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
MELON-BERRY ICE POPS
These vibrantly-colored ice pops have a layer of sweet and tart berries that play off the mellow creaminess of melon for a whimsical and delicious treat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a blender, combine raspberries and 1/3 cup sugar and blend until smooth, scraping down sides as necessary. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a 2-cup measuring cup, pressing lightly on solids (you should have about 2/3 cup puree); discard solids. Whisk in 2 tablespoons yogurt.
- In a clean blender, combine cantaloupe and 1/3 cup sugar; blend until smooth. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into another measuring cup, pressing lightly on solids (you should have about 3/4 cup puree); discard solids. Whisk in 6 tablespoons yogurt. Fill six 3-ounce ice-pop molds halfway with raspberry mixture, then top with cantaloupe mixture, slowing pouring down sides of molds. Insert ice-pop sticks and freeze until solid, 2 1/2 to 3 hours (or up to 1 week).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g
CREAMY CANTALOUPE POPS
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
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 cantaloupes with a sweet aroma and a deep orange color.
- Use ripe cantaloupes for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Scoop the cantaloupe balls using a melon baller or a spoon.
- Adjust the amount of honey or agave syrup based on your desired sweetness.
- For a creamier texture, use Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt instead of regular yogurt.
- Add other fruits or berries to the ice pops for a variety of flavors.
- Freeze the ice pops for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Enjoy the ice pops as a refreshing snack or dessert.
Conclusion:
Cantaloupe ice pops are a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the sweet flavors of summer. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of flavors and ingredients. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a sweet treat, cantaloupe ice pops are a perfect choice.
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