Cherry Pineapple Popsicles Recipe

Introduction

These Cherry Pineapple Popsicles are a refreshing and naturally sweet treat perfect for warm days. Combining juicy cherries and tropical pineapple, they offer a delightful balance of flavors that’s easy to make at home. Enjoy a healthy and colorful snack with minimal ingredients!

Ingredients

• 2 cups pineapple chunks
• 3 cups cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
• 1/3 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice (additional)
• 3 tablespoons simple syrup
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a blender, combine pineapple chunks with 1/3 cup of pineapple juice. Blend until smooth, taste, and add 1 tablespoon of simple syrup if you want it sweeter. Pour the pineapple puree into a liquid measuring cup with a spout and set aside.
2. Step 2: Rinse out the blender. Place cherries and the remaining 1/2 cup pineapple juice into the blender and puree until smooth. Taste the cherry mixture and add 2 tablespoons of simple syrup if needed. Pour this cherry puree into another liquid measuring cup with a spout.
3. Step 3: Pour the cherry puree into popsicle molds, filling them about halfway. Then, slowly pour the pineapple puree on top to fill the molds.
4. Step 4: Cover the molds and insert wooden sticks. Freeze for 4 to 5 hours or until completely firm.
5. Step 5: To remove the popsicles, briefly submerge the mold in room temperature water for 60 to 90 seconds. Pull the popsicles out gently.
6. Step 6 (Simple Syrup): In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely. Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using. Store any leftover syrup in the refrigerator for future use.

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh fruit when possible for the best flavor, but frozen cherries work well too and add a colder texture.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup depending on your taste and the natural sweetness of your fruit.
• For a creamier texture, try adding a splash of coconut milk to the pineapple puree before blending.

Storage

Keep the popsicles in an airtight container or cover them tightly in the freezer to prevent freezer burn. They will last for up to 2 weeks. To enjoy, simply remove from the freezer and let sit for a minute or two to soften slightly before eating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought pineapple juice instead of fresh?

Yes, store-bought pineapple juice works fine. Just choose a 100% juice with no added sugars for the best natural flavor balance.

How do I make simple syrup?

Simple syrup is made by heating equal parts sugar and water until the sugar dissolves completely. Let it cool before using. It’s a great way to sweeten popsicles evenly without grainy sugar crystals.

Cherry Pineapple Popsicles Recipe

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These Cherry Pineapple Popsicles are a refreshing summer treat made from fresh or frozen cherries and pineapple chunks blended with pineapple juice and lightly sweetened with homemade simple syrup. Perfect for cooling down on hot days, they are all-natural, fruity, and easy to prepare with just a few ingredients and a blender.

• Author: Dana
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
• Yield: 6–8 popsicles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Fruit Purees

• 2 cups pineapple chunks
• 3 cups cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
• 1/3 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 3 tablespoons simple syrup (divided as 1 Tbsp and 2 Tbsp)

Simple Syrup

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Prepare Pineapple Puree: In a blender, combine 2 cups of pineapple chunks with 1/3 cup of pineapple juice. Blend until smooth. Taste the puree and sweeten with 1 tablespoon of simple syrup if needed. Transfer the pineapple puree into a liquid measuring cup with a spout and set aside.
2. Prepare Cherry Puree: Rinse out the blender to clean any pineapple residue. Puree 3 cups of pitted cherries with the remaining 1/2 cup of pineapple juice until smooth. Taste and sweeten with 2 tablespoons of simple syrup, if necessary. Transfer the cherry puree into another liquid measuring cup with a spout.
3. Assemble Popsicles: Pour the cherry puree into the popsicle molds, filling them halfway. Then slowly pour in the pineapple puree on top of the cherry layer to fill the molds.
4. Insert Sticks and Freeze: Cover the popsicle molds and insert wooden sticks into each mold. Freeze for 4 to 5 hours or until the popsicles are completely firm.
5. Remove Popsicles: To remove the popsicles from the mold, submerge the molds in room temperature water for 60 to 90 seconds. This loosens them safely without melting. Gently pull the popsicles out of their molds.
6. Make Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil and stir until the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature. Store the simple syrup in the fridge until ready to use for sweetening the fruit purees.

Notes

• You can use fresh or frozen cherries; just make sure to pit them before blending.
• If you prefer less sweetness, adjust the amount of simple syrup accordingly.
• For quicker popsicle removal, briefly run the mold under warm water but avoid submerging the wooden sticks.
• Simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
• Feel free to experiment by adding a splash of lime juice for extra tanginess.

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