Black Currant Popsicles (Printable)

Tangy and sweet frozen treats bursting with bold blackcurrant flavor, perfect for cooling down on hot summer days.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 2 cups blackcurrant juice, unsweetened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Optional

04 - 1/4 cup whole blackcurrants, fresh or frozen

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine blackcurrant juice and sugar in a small saucepan. Warm gently over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar completely dissolves, approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Do not allow mixture to boil.
02 - Remove saucepan from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice. Let mixture cool to room temperature before proceeding.
03 - If using whole blackcurrants, divide evenly among popsicle molds.
04 - Pour cooled blackcurrant mixture into molds, leaving approximately 1/4 inch space at the top for expansion.
05 - Insert popsicle sticks into each mold and freeze for a minimum of 4 hours until completely set.
06 - Run the outside of molds briefly under warm water and gently pull out the frozen popsicles.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Bold Fruit Flavor: Intense blackcurrant juice provides a refreshing and tangy profile.
  • Quick Preparation: Only 10 minutes of active prep time required.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally vegan and gluten-free for everyone to enjoy.
02 -
  • Leave Expansion Space: Always leave a little room at the top of the molds as the liquid will expand when frozen.
  • Easy Unmolding: Briefly running the molds under warm water ensures the popsicles pull out cleanly every time.
  • Texture Boost: Using whole blackcurrants adds a wonderful burst of texture to the smooth icy base.
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