Watermelon Kiwi Fruit Pops (Printable)

Vibrant layered frozen treats combining fresh watermelon and kiwi for a refreshing summer delight loved by all ages.

# What You Need:

→ Watermelon Layer

01 - 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
03 - 1–2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey (optional)

→ Kiwi Layer

04 - 3 ripe kiwis, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
06 - 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine the cubed watermelon, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and sweetener if desired in a blender. Purée until completely smooth.
02 - Pour the watermelon mixture evenly into popsicle molds, filling each about two-thirds full. Gently tap the molds on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles.
03 - Place the molds in the freezer for approximately 1 hour, or until the watermelon layer is slightly firm but not fully frozen.
04 - While the watermelon layer sets, blend the peeled kiwi slices, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, and sweetener if using until smooth.
05 - Once the watermelon layer has firmed up, pour the kiwi purée on top, filling each mold nearly to the rim. Insert popsicle sticks into the center of each mold.
06 - Return the molds to the freezer and freeze for at least 3 hours, or until the pops are completely solid throughout.
07 - Run the outside of each mold under warm water for a few seconds to loosen, then gently pull the pop free. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No cooking required, which means your kitchen stays cool even on the most miserable summer afternoon.
  • The two tone layers look like something from a fancy juice bar but take barely any effort to pull off.
02 -
  • If you rush the first freeze and the watermelon layer is still liquid, the kiwi will bleed into it and you will end up with a muddy pink pop instead of those gorgeous separate stripes.
  • The easiest way to remove pops cleanly is a quick warm water bath on the outside of the mold rather than yanking on the stick with all your strength.
03 -
  • Taste every batch of fruit before adding sweetener because summer watermelon can range from barely sweet to shockingly sugary depending on the variety and ripeness.
  • Pressing a few whole kiwi seeds through a fine strainer before pouring gives you a smoother pop that kids prefer, but leaving them in adds a nice speckled look that adults seem to love.

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