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This is a list of easy and refreshing popsicles recipes with no added processed sugar. It’s so easy to make your own sugar-free popsicles and stay healthy during hot, summer days.
Ahh Summer Time. Warm temperatures always call for ice cold popsicles – and if you’re anything like me, you’re probably wondering how to go about enjoying your summer without compromising your healthy eating habits.
Whether you’re on the keto, low-carb, paleo or whole 30 diet, or just trying the avoid processed sugars in general – we’ve got something for you on this ultimate list of sugar-free popsicles recipes.
What Are The Best Sugar-Free Popsicles?
In our opinion, the best sugar-free popsicles are the ones you make yourself. That way you control exactly what goes into them and know for sure whether they are friendly to your personal dietary requirements.
You can sweeten only with fruit, you can sweeten with honey or any other sweetener of choice. You can even forego all added sweeteners and even overly sweet fruit. Cucumber, lemon or grapefruit popsicles can be just as delicious and refreshing!
The options are endless, you can create so many flavors and this list of sugar-free popsicle recipes have a bit of everything to get you inspired!
Are Sugar-Free Popsicles Okay For Diabetics?
Yes and no, it all depends on the type of sugar-free popsicle. That’s why homemade is best. You can choose ingredients that are suitable for diabetics and take out all the guesswork.
When it comes to diabetic popsicles, it’s always good to remember that sugar is not the only “enemy” – sugar-free popsicles that are low in sugar might have a high carb count from other sources which can still cause a rise in blood-sugar.
Choose sugar-free popsicles made with berries, peaches, apricots, apples, oranges or kiwi, whatever fits your requirements!
Can I Eat Popsicles On Keto?
Yes – specifically if you make them yourself. Luckily, popsicles are some of the very easiest things you can DIY – and the list of nutritional benefits is LONG!
You can make popsicles with Keto-approved fruit like berries, cantaloupe, watermelon, plums, etc.
Of course, only you will know what fits your personal dietary requirements – so choose accordingly. On this list of sugar-free popsicles recipes, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to help you make compliant popsicles at home.
There truly is nothing like eating an ice-cold popsicle in the hot, sweltering sun to cool you down. So, beat the heat and take a bite out of these 10 Refreshing Sugar-Free Popsicles…
1. Banana Coconut Cream Popsicles
This delicious Sugar-Free Banana Coconut Cream Popsicles recipe is sweetened with banana and a touch of honey. With just 5 simple ingredients and 5 minutes of hands-on time – you’ll be enjoying these in no time!
Although banana is high in fruit sugar, these fruit pops are loaded with fibre and is a powerhouse of nutrients (like potassium). Bananas are also known to help fight anaemia.
- Calories: 214
- Carbs: 20g
Find the recipe HERE.
2. Lavender Lemonade Popsicles
These lavender lemonade popsicles put a fun twist on plain ol’ lemonade popsicles. With 4 simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking, you can’t go wrong with this easy, refreshing recipe. It’s my favorite flavor!
Lavender is believed to have antiseptic as well as anti-inflammatory properties – which research suggest could be beneficial for treating things like anxiety, insomnia and even depression.
This popsicle recipe is sweetened with honey and flavored with fresh lavender and lemon juice.
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Find the recipe HERE.
3. Cucumber Lime Mint Paletas
These amazingly colorful Cucumber Lime Mint Sugar-Free Popsicles are the ultimate heat fighter. Cool off with this simple recipe that needs just 6 healthy and nutrient packed ingredients.
Mostly fruit sweetened with a touch of honey, agave or maple syrup.
- Calories: 85
- Carbs: 20g
Find the recipe HERE.
4. 3-Ingredient Vanilla Peach Popsicles
These 3 Ingredients Vanilla Peach sugar-free popsicles are not only beautiful, but so easy to make and PACKED with nutrients and antioxidants. Peaches may aid digestion and even reduce allergy symptoms, as well a long list of other potential health benefits!
These 100% fruit popsicles will definitely hit the spot!
- Calories: 62
- Carbs: 14g
Find the recipe HERE.
5. Banana Chai Popsicles
Who says chai is only for cold weather? If you love a warm cup of chai tea in the winter, then you’ll love these sugar-free banana chai popsicles in the summer. With just TWO ingredients – this is a winner!
Chai, which a spicy and fragrant tea, is considered great for your heart health as well as lowering blood-sugar levels and weight loss! Also, because of spices like cinnamon and clove (common in Chai), you can also expect circulation improvement – which your skin will thank you for!
- Calories: 29
- Carbs: 9g
Find the recipe HERE.
6. Honey Chamomile Popsicles
Honey Camomile Sugar-Free Popsicles – sounds like something you enjoy relaxing poolside on a cloudless hot day. Ahh, I can picture it so vividly.
Chamomile is considered a mild tranquilizer (attributed to the anti-oxidant apigenin) – So, on top of having a delicious icy cold treat – you can expect possible decreased anxiety and even better sleep thanks to these delicious popsicles! Double score.
All you need are 3 simple ingredients, 10 minutes of hands-on time and you’re good to go!
- Calories: 34
- Carbs: 9g
Find the recipe HERE.
7. Three Ingredient Strawberry Popsicles
Strawberry Sugar-Free Popsicles. Not only are strawberries beautifully bright red, juicy and sweet, they’re also packed with Vitamin C and a host of other amazing nutritional benefits! They’re thought to be good for your heart AND blood-sugar control.
So, when you make these easy 3 ingredients popsicles – you’re getting a yummy popsicle and well as a punch of health boosting nutrients. YES!
These classic frozen ice pops are a surefire crowd-pleaser!
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Find the recipe HERE.
8. Rainbow Popsicles
Who can resist these beautiful rainbow colored popsicles? They take a bit of work and a long list of fresh fruits, but they’re well worth the effort when you consider the wow factor AND nutrient boost you’ll get.
The good thing about this recipe is, although it’s going to be quite the task to make them – it yields over 30 popsicles! (Depending on your mold size). So, it’s one day of slaving away in the kitchen, taking them in and out of the freezer, and then you’ve pretty much got enough popsicles to see you through summer!
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Find the recipe HERE.
9. Strawberry Watermelon Popsicles
Can you even call it summer without watermelon? With just 3 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of hands-on prep time – these are a definite winner.
Sweetened only with watermelon and strawberries – it’s a health punch in a deliciously sweet icy cold treat that is not only very hydrating, but chock-full of nutrients.
These are also great for pregnant ladies – it is shown to ease heart burn and reduce swelling. Watermelon can also alleviate morning sickness and well as ease muscle cramps. Can’t deny the magic of this sweet treat!
- Calories: 19
- Carbs: 4.9g
Find the recipe HERE.
10. 2-Ingredient Mango Coconut Popsicles
With just 2 ingredients, there are no excuses to be made! Coconut Milk is a source of saturated fat and a host of nutritional benefits (electrolyte balance, healthy hair and skin, antioxidants) when consumed in moderation.
Sometimes called the king of fruit, mangoes have a long list of nutritional benefits, like boosting gut health and immunity, promoting digestion, eye health and lowering cholestrol.
With a glycemic value of 51, they are below the 55 cut-off for low glycemic foods, which means they are safe (in moderation) for diabetics as well!
The mango coconut mixture is a winning flavor combo!
- Calories: 79
- Carbs: 9.4g
Find the recipe HERE.
11. Apple Raspberry Popsicles
The Apple Raspberry Popsicles are made with 3 simple ingredients and needs just 5 minutes on hands-on time.
Made with whole Granny Smith Apples, which are extremely rich in important antioxidants and dietary fibre. They are known to lower blood pressure and cholestrol.
Raspberries are thought to protect against diabetes, arthritis as well other other conditions. They are also said to have anti-aging properties! With raspberries being so delicious, the health benefits only add to the long list of reason to toss them into your diet.
Find the recipe HERE.
In Conclusion:
So, with the conclusion of this list – it is safe to that making your own sugar-free popsicles are home is not only easy, but delicious and mostly importantly – HEALTHY. They can be make in a variety of ways that is suitable for ANY and EVERY diet out there.
All you need are a handful of simple ingredients like fresh fruit, coconut milk or water, and sometimes a natural, whole sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
Don’t be scared to substitute or swap out any ingredients to make it comply to your personal dietary requirements.
Did You Make One Of These Sugar-Free Popsicles Recipes?
If you made one of these yummy recipes that we rounded-up for you – please let us know in the comments how it turned out for you! If you have any improvements or other awesome popsicle recipes of your own – let us and other readers know as well!
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This post was first published on June 8, 2016 and was updated on February 5, 2020 to include more detailed information on each of the featured recipes.
