Pecan Free Classic Popsicles
Fresh strawberries, bright lemon juice, and a quick homemade simple syrup are all it takes to make a frozen treat that tastes like pure summer. The blender does most of the heavy lifting here — everything comes together in just a few minutes before the freezer takes over. Store-bought popsicles can be a minefield of unexpected mix-ins and shared production lines, but this recipe keeps things beautifully straightforward with a short, clean ingredient list you can trust at a glance. The lemon juice adds just enough tartness to balance the sweetness of the strawberries, and that pinch of salt quietly makes every flavor pop. Once frozen solid, a quick run of warm water over the molds releases them perfectly every time. These are the kind of effortless, crowd-pleasing pops that disappear fast — so consider making a double batch.
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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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