Creamsicle Orange Popsicles are a nostalgic summer treat you can enjoy at home. Made with fresh orange juice and vanilla yogurt, these orange cream popsicles will take you back to your childhood.
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Why this Orange Popsicle Recipe is a Keeper
These orange popsicles are made with freshly squeezed orange juice and yogurt. Super smooth and full of orange and cream flavor, these homemade popsicles are much better than store-bought orange Creamsicles. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love making these creamy orange popsicles on a hot summer day:
- Simple Ingredients: All of the ingredients for this orange popsicles recipe can be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
- Family Friendly: This is a great recipe for kids’ birthday parties, pool parties, cookouts, and more.
- Adaptable: Easily adjust the ingredients to your preferences and dietary needs. Make it with their favorite juices.
If you’re looking for more summer recipes, try these: Pineapple Popsicles, Orange Creamsicle Cake, and Orange Creamsicle Milkshake.
What is the Difference Between a Creamsicle and a Dreamsicle?
While Creamsicles are made with ice cream and orange sherbet, Dreamsicles use ice milk instead. This results in both desserts having different textures.
Orange Creamsicle Popsicle Ingredient Notes
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice: Fresh-squeezed orange juice is recommended for these popsicles, as it’s packed with vitamin C and has a delicious orange flavor. You can use store bought orange juice or squeeze your own.
- Orange Zest: Adding some orange zest will give your ice pops a tangy, fresh flavor.
- Vanilla Yogurt: Make these copycat Creamsicles with vanilla yogurt to make them even healthier than the ice cream version.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Orange Popsicles Recipe
- Creamsicle Yogurt: Make these frozen treats with orange Creamsicle yogurt for even more flavor to your favorite popsicle.
- Heavy Cream: Use heavy cream instead of yogurt for a creamier texture, or use Greek yogurt for less fat in these homemade ice treats.
Special Equipment Needed for Orange Creamsicle Popsicles
- Blender: Easily combine all the ingredients in the blender.
- Popsicle Mold: Freeze the popsicles in molds to help them retain their shape.
- Popsicle Sticks: Popsicle sticks will help you easily remove the popsicles from the molds.
Frozen Treat Pro Tip
To dislodge the popsicles more easily, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds to loosen them.
How to Make Orange Cream Popsicles
These are the basic steps for making orange popsicles. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions. This is a great snack for summer afternoons under the summer heat.
1. Blend the Ingredients
Combine the orange juice, zest, sugar, 1/2 cup of the yogurt, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until thoroughly mixed. To enhance the orange color, incorporate a few drops of bright orange food dye.
2. Fill the Molds
Place a small spoonful of yogurt from the other 1/2 cup into every popsicle mold. Then, fill the molds with the Creamsicle mixture, leaving only a little space at the top.
3. Freeze the Popsicles
Fill the remaining space in the mold with the remaining vanilla yogurt. Stir the yogurt into the orange mixture in each popsicle mold using a popsicle stick. Allow to freeze for at least 3 to 4 hours.
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Popsicle Recipe FAQs
Yes; just use a low fat yogurt option.
These orange popsicles are easy to make in disposable paper cups as your pop mold. Simply freeze in the paper cup and peel away after freezing.
Yes, you can add alcohol to the popsicles for a fun adult twist. To incorporate alcohol, such as vodka or rum, simply add a small amount to the orange juice and yogurt mixture before molding. Keep in mind that alcohol can affect the freezing properties, so it’s best not to add too much.
Expert Tips for Making Homemade Orange Popsicles
- Add Fruit Pieces: For an extra burst of flavor and a delightful visual appeal, consider adding small pieces of fresh fruit to the popsicle molds before pouring in the juice and yogurt mixture.
- Sweeteners: If you want these juice popsicles naturally sweetened, agave could substitute for sugar in this summertime treat. You can also use maple syrup.
What to Serve with Orange Juice Creamsicles
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Creamsicle Orange Popsicles
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Orange Juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange Zest
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 cup Vanilla Yogurt
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Orange Food Dye
Instructions
- Combine the orange juice, zest, sugar, 1/2 cup of the yogurt, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until thoroughly mixed. To enhance the orange color, incorporate a few drops of orange food dye.
- Place a small spoonful of yogurt from the other 1/2 cup into every popsicle mold.
- Fill the molds with the mixture, leaving only a little space at the top.
- Fill the remaining space in the mold with the remaining vanilla yogurt. Stir the yogurt into the orange mixture in each popsicle mold using a popsicle stick.
- Allow to freeze for a period of 3 to 4 hours.
Christina’s Notes
- Add Fruit Pieces: For an extra burst of flavor and a delightful visual appeal, consider adding small pieces of fresh fruit to the popsicle molds before pouring in the juice and yogurt mixture.
- Sweeteners: If you want these juice popsicles naturally sweetened, agave could substitute for sugar in this summertime treat. You can also use maple syrup.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.