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Homemade Tropical Popsicles

Cool down with these refreshing homemade tropical popsicles. Made with only 3 pantry ingredients including canned pineapple slices, coconut milk, and honey, this quick and easy piña colada inspired ice block recipe is a must-try this summer. Enjoy a taste of paradise in every bite!

Two tropical popsicles on a white plate next to a pineapple.
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Why you’ll love this tropical popsicle recipe

  • Quick and easy ice blocks: Just like my spiced plum popsicles or frozen yogurt bark, you only need 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of hands-on prep to whip up a batch of these tropical ice blocks.
  • Customizable: Experiment with different fruits and sweeteners to create your own flavor combinations.
  • Perfect for parties: These popsicles make a delicious summer snack or a fun dessert for birthday and BBQ parties.

Ingredients and substitutions

Ingredients laid out to make tropical pospicles.
  1. Pineapple: I use canned pineapple slices in syrup but you can use fresh pineapple as well.
  2. Coconut milk: I use full-fat canned coconut milk.
  3. Honey: Light runny honey gives these popsicles a rich sweetness but you can also use maple syrup or agave syrup.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Variations

Tutti frutti: Add fresh mango, papaya, passionfruit, or guava for another tropical twist.

Piña Colada: Blend in a splash of rum for an adult-friendly treat.

Lime: Add a squeeze of lime to the popsicle mixture for a zesty finish.

How to make tropical popsicles

Honey being added to the coconut milk and pineapple slices in a blender.

Step 1: Add pineapple slices, coconut milk, and honey to a blender.

Blender in action.

Step 2: Blend until smooth.

Popsicle mixture being poured into the ice block moulds.

Step 3: Add the tropical ice block mixture to the popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours.

Ice blocks being removed from the mould.

Step 4: Carefully remove the popsicles from the molds and enjoy!

Recipe FAQs

How long do tropical popsicles last?

Store homemade popsicles in the freezer for up to 2 months.

How long do I have to freeze the popsicles?

Typically, it takes around 4-6 hours for popsicles to freeze solid in a standard home freezer.

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Tropical popsicles held by kids' hands next to a pineapple and ice block moulds.

Homemade Tropical Popsicles

Caro Jensen
Cool down with these quick and easy homemade tropical popsicles. Made with only 3 pantry ingredients and 5 minutes of hands-on prep time, these piña colada inspired ice blocks are a must-try this summer.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 popsicles
Calories 122 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 15 oz pineapple slices in syrup
  • 6 fluid ounces coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp honey

Instructions
 

  • Add the pineapple slices, coconut milk, and honey to the blender. Blend on high until smooth.
    15 oz pineapple slices, 6 fluid ounces coconut milk, 2 tbsp honey
  • Pour the tropical ice block mixture into popsicle molds. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
  • Carefully remove the tropical popsicles from the molds. Enjoy immediately!

Video

Notes

Use popsicle molds with lids to prevent spills in the freezer.
For easy removal, run the popsicle molds under warm water for a few seconds before unmolding.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 157mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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