Growing up, my mother used to make my brother and me homemade popsicles during the summer. They were always such a special treat and we enjoyed the variety of flavors she would make. I can still picture the plastic molds she used (Mom, where are those? Can I borrow them?!) to make them.
Popsicles really are a fun summer snack. And everywhere I turn these days, I see a new trend emerging: spirited ice pops. What a nice, refreshing, grown-up way to beat the summer heat!
The spirited pops would make a great dessert for a summer barbeque or an informal rehearsal dinner. Choose one flavor to match your theme (e.g. Pina Colada Pops for a Tropical-Themed Party) or serve several flavors to offer guests a choice.
Here are a few recipes to try:
Spirited Pops
Bellini Popsicle from FineCooking.com
Mint Caipirinha Ice Pops
Sans Alcohol Pops
It’s always nice to offer a non-alcoholic selection for those who prefer not to imbibe. Here’s one option:
Martha Stewart Living Blueberry Pops
Mold It!
There are a variety of molds out there for popsicles. You can choose a few (try one for each different flavor pop you serve) or just use one. I love this version from Tovolo, available from Amazon:
Tovolo Groovy Pop Molds
