Chicken Free Classic Popsicles
Fresh strawberries, bright lemon juice, and a simple homemade syrup are all it takes to make a frozen treat that tastes like pure summer. The blender does most of the heavy lifting here — just blend everything smooth, pour into molds, and let the freezer handle the rest. These popsicles are naturally free from any animal proteins, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in them, unlike some store-bought frozen bars that sneak in unexpected additives. The lemon juice keeps the strawberry flavor vivid and just a little tangy, while the pinch of salt rounds everything out in the best way. They're a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike, and the gorgeous deep-red color makes them look almost too pretty to eat. Make a batch the night before and you'll have a stash of icy, fruit-forward popsicles ready to pull out whenever the craving hits.
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8 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the popsicles
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Add the strawberries, lemon juice, salt, and cooled simple syrup to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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