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15 Epic Homemade Popsicles You Should Make This Summer

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Elon chapter.

Nothing beats enjoying a popsicle on those extra hot summer days. This frozen treat is easy to make and allows you to get creative with the endless flavor combinations, including some boozy cocktail ice pops. Recreate these 15 popsicle ideas to make a delicious summertime snack.

1. Mango Mojito

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Photo by Megan Prendergast

This Mango Mojito Popsicle is easier to make than it sounds. Combine mint, lime, and mango chunks to create this refreshing summer treat.

2. Iced Coffee Popsicle

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Photo by Jackie Kuczynski

The morning cup of coffee is necessary after staying up late each summer night, so try these Iced Coffee Popsicles to get your daily dose of caffeine.

3. Mango Lassi Popsicles

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Photo by Hui Lin

Mango is a staple this summer, so combine the tangy fruit with sweet yogurt to beat the heat.

4. Sea Salt Chocolate

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Photo by Megan Prendergast

This sea salt and chocolate combination is the perfect way to get your necessary chocolate fix instead of indulging in a scoop of chocolate ice cream.

5. Green Goddess

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Photo by Megan Prendergast

Trying to stay healthy this summer? Then this delicious Green Goddess Popsicle is the ideal option for you with the combination of spinach, mango, banana, and pineapple.

6. Peach Popsicles

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Combine sliced peaches with lemon and orange juice for these scrumptious peach popsicles. Finding peach slices in this treat makes it extra enjoyable.

7. Raspberry Breakfast Popsicles

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Photo by Lily Allen

Recreate this popsicle for a refreshing and easy breakfast idea. Prepare these Raspberry Breakfast Popsicles at night for an instant morning treat.

8. Berry Mint Popsicles

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Photo by Alexa Rojek

This popsicle is the easiest of the 15 to recreate by only combining whole berries and mint leaves with green tea and lemonade.

Looking to get a little boozy this summer with your frozen treats? Try these popsicle recipes:

9. Piña Colada Popsicle

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Photo by Sofia Gonzalez

Piña Coladas are a tropical favorite, so recreate this boozy popsicle to feel like you’re on an island getaway.

10. Strawberry-Peach Vodka Collins Popsicles

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Photo by Sofia Gonzalez

Combine strawberries, peaches, tonic water, and vodka to recreate this popsicle idea. This cocktail popsicle is refreshing and perfect for summer.

11. Margarita Ice Pops

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Photo by Kristen Carlstrom

Who doesn’t love a classic Margarita? Recreate this lime and tequila favorite for an instant boozy ice pop.

12. Sweet Tea Lemonade

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Photo by Tiare Brown

Sweet tea lemonade is a refreshing summer drink, so why not add vodka to booze up this popsicle idea? Mix Sweet Tea Burnett’s and regular lemonade and enjoy.

13. Vodka Gummy Bear Popsicles

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Photo by Sofia Gonzalez

Vodka tastes better in gummy bear form, so just mix gummy bears, vodka, and Sprite or Ginger Ale to recreate this boozy popsicle.

14. Malibu Pink Lemonade

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Photo by Tiare Brown

Pink lemonade mixed with the coconut flavor of Malibu makes this popsicle taste like you’re on the beach.

15. Mangonada Popsicles

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Photo by Sofia Gonzalez

This traditional Mexican treat is sweet and spicy, shaking up the average popsicle. Add a third cup of tequila to the mixture to make this a boozy ice pop.