Easy lemon lime popsicles make a delicious frozen treat on a hot summer day. Each ice pop is packed with fresh lemon and lime juice for a refreshing snack.
The blend of fresh limes and lemons combine into this wonderful recipe for homemade popsicles. With just 4 ingredients, the entire recipe is so easy. They are much better than store bought and you will save money too.
I have been making these at home for years and also make Lemon Popsicles. They are perfect for a hot day. One bite and you will be hooked. My kids also love Lemon Shortbread Ice Cream.
You might also like to try these Homemade Lime Popsicles for another refreshing frozen treat. We love making popsicle recipes. See all our lime desserts.
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Why this recipe works
It’s so easy to make frozen treats at home. With just 4 simple ingredients, you can’t go wrong with this simple but delicious recipe.
I love knowing the exact ingredients going into these and feel good about giving them to my family.
Ingredients
- Sugar
- Lemons (juiced)
- Lime (juiced)
The complete ingredient list can be found in the recipe card at the bottom.
Lemon Lime Popsicle Variations
- Lime Zest and Lemon Zest. If desired, you can add lime and lemon zest to the mixture or garnish the popsicles with the zest before serving.
- Fruit Slices. Feel free to add lime slices or lemon slices to the popsicle mixture.
- Fresh juice. The recipe is best using fresh lemon and lime juice. It doesn’t take much extra time to squeeze the lemons. Bottled lime juice and lemon juice will work in a pinch.
- Sparkling Water. Instead of water, substitute sparking water for a fizzy treat.
- Mint leaves. Add fresh mint leaves to the popsicles for a gorgeous pop of color and a flavor twist that is complimentary.
- Lemon lime soda. For even more citrus flavor, use a lemon lime soda such as Sprite or Sierra Mist in these popsicles. It is easy to change the base liquid to make something new.
- Creamy popsicles. You can add coconut milk or yogurt for a portion of the water. We suggest using half water and half coconut milk or yogurt in the recipe.
- Honey. Substitute honey to taste for the simple syrup in the recipe if you prefer an alternative sweetener.
- Small Paper Cups. You can use these if you don’t have popsicle molds.
How to make lemon lime popsicles
Step 1. Get out a small pan and add sugar water. Bring water to a simmer and whisk in sugar until completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Step 3. Add the citrus juice. Stir in fresh lemon and lime juice until fully incorporated.
Step 4. Pour the mixture into molds.
Step 5. Allow to freeze. Freeze for 5 hours or overnight.
How to remove from the mold?
Hold the popsicle stick and run warm water over the mold. The popsicle should easily come out of the mold.
Be careful that you do not use hot water or you risk melting the popsicle.
Storage
You can freeze the popsicles in the mold in the freezer as one option. Another option is to remove the popsicles from the mold. Place them inside a freezer bag or airtight container.
Both options work just fine. However, if you have younger children, it is easier to just remove them all at once and store in a freezer container. It makes for easy access when the kids want a snack.
FAQs
Homemade popsicles need to freeze for at least 6 hours but overnight is best.
They will last up to 2 months if stored properly. We suggest placing them inside a freezer bag or container to ensure freshness.
Substitute a sugar substitute such as Stevia or monk fruit. You can also add another fruit that is naturally sweeter to enhance the popsicles naturally. Pineapple is a good add in and provides natural sweetness while combining perfectly with the lemon and lime.
More homemade popsicle recipes
- The BEST Homemade Watermelon Popsicles
- Mango Popsicles Recipe
- Homemade Orange Creamsicle Popsicle Recipe
- Cherry Pineapple Popsicles
- Banana Popsicles Recipe
Try this lemon lime popsicle recipe today for the perfect treat. Please leave a comment once you do.
Lemon Lime Popsicles
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 Lemons juiced
- 1 Lime juiced
- Optional: Lime and Lemon Zest
Instructions
- In a small pan, bring water to a simmer and whisk in sugar until completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Stir in fresh lemon and lime juice until fully incorporated.
- Carefully pour the mixture into the popsicle mold.
- Freeze for 5 hours or overnight.
