This is a super easy way to make homemade popsicles with your kids this summer! My son loves them, and they are the perfect size for a little boy! We had fun making them, and eating them, together!
All you need is:
- A can of juice
- Ice Cube Tray
- Craft Sticks
Mix the juice according to the directions on the can, and then pour into the ice cube tray. Put the tray in the freezer.
While the juice is starting to freeze, use a pair of scissors to cut the craft sticks in half. I like using the craft sticks that are a bit thicker than regular “popsicle sticks”. These are easier for a toddler to hold, and they are a better size for the thick ice cubes as well.
After the cubes have been in the freezer for 30 minutes pull them back out. They should have started to harden a bit at this point, but will not yet be completely frozen. Put one stick in each ice cube, with the round side out. You have to do this part quickly, so the juice doesn’t start to melt again. Once all the sticks are in, put the tray back in the freezer for another 30 minutes. Then pull them out and enjoy!
I love that I’m able to control the ingredients of these popsicles and control the portion size. I didn’t really want my two year old having a full-size popsicle, this ends up being the perfect size treat for him.
This is also a super-cheap way to get yummy treats! You can get a bag of 100 craft sticks for around $1, and it’s the same price for a can of juice. I’ve found that 1 can of juice makes 50+ mini popsicles, so it is definitely a thrifty treat!
Training our children to serve/Giveaway says
Oh, how cute. Love it!
Marie says
So adorable! I know the popsicles always melt before my kids can finish them so these would be great for them.
Shawna says
I remember doing this as a kid. Your son is so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing this on our BBQ Block Party
Kate says
Yum! Wouldn’t mind some of these in my freezer right now!
Leah says
Awesome! I think even my 6 year old would like to help me make these!
Linda says
These are awesome! Love the name of your blog, too. Best wishes, Linda
http://www.craftsalamode.com/2013/06/what-to-do-weekends-25.html
Crystal says
Awesome idea for the kiddos! Would love you to share this at our Ladies Only Blog Share Link Party which is a summer theme this week! Visiting from the Pin Junkie link party! :)
http://mommifried.com/ladies-only-blog-share-link-party-funtastical-summer/
Michelle says
This is a cute idea! I don’t know why I never did this when the kids were younger!! So simple!! Back again from LOBS…just followed you on Facebook and Twitter as well as a bunch of your Pinterest boards!
Miz Helen says
Your little guy is just adorable! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great weekend and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Julie says
What a great idea for little toddlers! We would love for you to share at our first Super Summer Saturday party here: http://www.thechirpingmoms.com/2013/06/super-summer-saturday-party.html!
Thanks!
Julie
Linda@With A Blast says
Great idea for the little ones!
A Little R & R says
What a great idea! I am definitely trying this SOON! I shared this on FB!
Adelina Priddis says
That’s a good idea to use craft sticks! We always used toothpicks as a kid…not so child friendly.
Carrie from Carrie This Home says
Great idea using the bigger craft sticks! That would be a LOT easier for a toddler to hold! Thanks for linking this up to Frugal Crafty Home! I hope to see you back next week!
Jann Olson says
Fun idea for a cool treat on a hot summers day! Thanks for sharing with Share Your Cup.
hugs,
Jann
Katie @ http:///www.countercultureliving.com says
Great idea! And so easy, which I love. Found you on The Better Mom linkup! :)
Mrs R. says
Ooooooo….I saw someone do this on TV yesterday—and CRINGED, because craft sticks are NOT FOOD-SAFE. And they don’t have to be, since they’re not sold for that purpose.
We’ve had enough trouble, including in our area, with products made in China that are extremely harmful, so now we just steer clear….remember the dog food that was killing family pets? And a quick Web search will show what their MDF did–and we had the same problems when we used that stuff in our little girl’s room–made her really ill until we pulled it out.
So many of the toys made in China have lead in them above the legal limit….I just wouldn’t risk it.