Our 10 best ice lolly recipes

Enjoy the best of strawberry season with these homemade yogurt berry lollies. Bursting with fresh strawberries and creamy yogurt, they're a breeze to make and perfect for a refreshing treat.

2. Fruity ice lolly pens

Healthy, cooling and a creative outlet – how often can you say that about a recipe? These child-friendly lolly ‘pens’ are made from sugar-free cordial and fresh fruit, plus a secret ingredient – food colouring. Once they're frozen, dot some extra food colouring on a dish to be used as a palette, and let your kids unleash their inner Picasso.

3. Frozen berry & gingernut yogurt pops

This hybrid lolly is a beautiful amalgamation of cheesecake, frozen yogurt and fruity ice cream. The best part is you don’t even need a fancy mould to achieve their purple beauty – they’re made in paper cups lined with a gingernut biscuit base. Light condensed milk keeps the fat content down, making them a good alternative to sugar-packed, traditional dairy ice cream.

4. Pink melon lollies

If fancy moulds are your thing, look online for silicone versions in interesting shapes. We like a spherical finish but these fruity watermelon lollies will work with any shape. Serve upturned on a bright platter or tray with a popping candy dip.

Whether you fancy a summery watermelon salad, a refreshing melon drink or a melon and prosciutto skewer, we've got plenty of fruity ideas to inspire you with our melon recipes.

5. Milkshake ice pop

These super-simple banana and strawberry ice lollies take only 10 minutes to prepare so they're great for the kids to make, though they'll need supervision when using the food processor. Alternate flavour combinations by replacing the strawberries with hazelnut spread.

Did these ice pops give you a craving for the real deal? Check out our indulgent milkshake recipes.

6. Tropical granola lollies

Who'd believe that these simple fruity lollies count as one of your 5-a-day? Top with rich dark chocolate and crunchy cereal to make a super moreish snack.

For more nutritious dishes that help you achieve your 5-a-day, browse our 5-a-day recipes.

7. Gin & tonic lollies

Try these boozy ice lollies for a refreshing twist on a classic gin and tonic. Perfect for hot summer days, these grown-up treats can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.

8. Rainbow fruit lollies

Cool down with our rainbow fruit lollies that are packed with tropical flavours and full of vibrant colour. Freeze each layer before adding the next to make these lollies. Make a batch the night before a party and enjoy them in the sunshine.

Brighten up your plate with more of our favourite rainbow recipes.

9. Watermelon lollies

Beat the heat on hot summer days with these refreshing watermelon and kiwi lollies. These low-calorie treats are packed with vitamin C, perfect for the whole family.

10. Mango, chilli & tequila ice lollies

Take advantage of mango season and add a sprinkling of chilli to bring out these succulent summer flavours. The perfect combo of hot and cold, these lollies blend fiery tequila and smooth purée for a treat to the tastebuds. They're so easy to make and sure to be a big hit!

For other drinks and delights including tequila, check out our tequila cocktail recipes.

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