Cool Down This Summer with Homemade Strawberries & Cream Ice Lollies
When the weather heats up, there’s nothing quite as refreshing as a homemade ice lolly to cool you down. Whether you’re looking for a healthy summer treat for the kids or a more grown-up, boozy version, these easy ice lolly recipes will hit the spot. Making your own frozen lollies at home is super simple and means you can control the sugar content while using fresh ingredients.
Easy Strawberries & Cream Ice Lolly Recipe (Kid-Friendly)
These creamy, fruity strawberry ice lollies are the perfect homemade treat for hot days.
Ingredients:
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200 ml plain yogurt
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50 ml milk
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12 whole fresh strawberries (sliced)
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3 tsp honey (adjust to taste)
Instructions:
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In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth.
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Slice the strawberries and add a few to each ice lolly mould.
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Pour the yogurt mixture into the moulds over the strawberries.
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If your ice lolly moulds don’t come with built-in sticks, freeze the mixture for 1 hour. Then insert loose lolly sticks — the mixture will be soft enough to hold them upright without falling.
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Return to the freezer and freeze for at least 5 more hours, or until fully set.
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To easily remove your homemade ice lollies from the moulds, dip the mould briefly into a cup of lukewarm water — they’ll slide out more easily!
Top Tip: You can substitute strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or a mix of your favourite berries for a different fruity twist!
Adult-Only Strawberry & Prosecco Ice Lolly Recipe (18+)
Looking for a more grown-up version of the classic ice lolly? These Prosecco-infused strawberry lollies are perfect for garden parties, summer BBQs, or a special weekend treat.
Ingredients:
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400g fresh ripe strawberries (stalks removed)
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2 tbsp lemon verbena-infused caster sugar (see guide)
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4 tsp elderflower cordial
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2 tsp lemon juice
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160 ml chilled Prosecco
Method:
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Blend the strawberries, sugar, elderflower cordial, and lemon juice until smooth.
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Pour the mixture through a fine sieve into a jug to remove seeds and pulp.
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Stir in the chilled Prosecco.
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Carefully pour the mixture into ice lolly moulds, leaving about 1 cm of space at the top.
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Freeze for 6–8 hours, or until solid. Makes around 8 adult ice lollies.
Note: These alcoholic ice lollies will melt more quickly than non-alcoholic versions, so serve immediately. Do not increase the amount of Prosecco, or the mixture may not freeze properly.
Top Tips for Perfect Homemade Ice Lollies
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Using loose sticks? Freeze your lollies for 1 hour before inserting the sticks — the mix will be thick enough to hold them upright without tipping.
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Struggling to remove lollies from the mould? Briefly dip the mould into a cup of lukewarm water to release them without breaking.
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Making alcoholic lollies? Stick to the stated amount of alcohol — too much and your lollies won’t set properly.
With these easy homemade ice lolly recipes, you can create refreshing, fruity treats all summer long — whether for kids, adults, or both! Experiment with different fruit combinations, swap honey for agave syrup, or try coconut milk for a dairy-free twist. The possibilities are endless when you make your own ice lollies from scratch.
