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29 icy pole and ice block recipes

Icy pole, ice block or popsicle? Whatever you call them, they're a fantastic way to cool down on a hot summer's day.

No matter your age, it’s hard to go past an icy pole on a hot day. Make your own with these refreshing ice block ideas – with some recipes for the kids, and some just for the adults. 

We’ve selected our best homemade popsicle recipes for you to enjoy this summer including mango and berry, pineapple and coconut and berry yoghurt.

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coconut berry ice blocks

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Coconut berry ice blocks

Coconut berry ice blocks

lemon & mint ice-blocks

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Lemon & mint ice-blocks

Lemon & mint ice-blocks

lemonade ice-blocks

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Lemonade ice-blocks

Lemonade ice-blocks

Delight the kids with this classic childhood favourite, home made lemonade ice-blocks.

Christmas ICE-CREAM POPS

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Christmas ice-cream pops

Christmas ice-cream pops

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Frozen watermelon margarita wedges

Frozen watermelon margarita wedges

The irresistible combination of refreshing watermelon, zesty lime, dark chocolate chips and tequila makes it all too easy to eat a half quantity of these delicious morsels in one go. You’ll find this recipe, and others like it, in The Australian Women’s Weekly’s ‘SWEET’ cookbook.

Lemonade, lemon and mint ice-block

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Lemonade, lemon and mint ice-block

Lemonade, lemon and mint ice-block

MANGO VANILLA FROZEN YOGURT SWIRLS
(Credit: Australian Women’s Weekly)

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Mango vanilla frozen yoghurt swirls

Mango vanilla frozen yoghurt swirls

Cool down in less than 30 minutes with these fruity ice-blocks. With less than five ingredients these popsicles are a great choice for a kids party and frozen yoghurt makes them a healthy alternative to ice cream.

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Roasted rhubarb and balsamic popsicles

Cool off with these super healthy, super tasty roasted rhubarb and balsamic popsicles– a delicious and good-for-you treat.

homemade popsicles

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Raspberry, lime & lychee popsicles

Raspberry, lime & lychee popsicles

strawberry & peach tequila popsicles

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Strawberry & peach tequila popsicles

Strawberry & peach tequila popsicles

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Beetroot, blackberry yoghurt popsicles

Beetroot, blackberry yoghurt popsicles

Beetroot and blackberries gives these frozen popsicles their vibrant colour and a touch of sweetness, with creamy yoghurt they’re perfect for summer.

Coconut and mango ice-blocks with biscuit sand

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Coconut and mango ice-blocks with biscuit sand

Coconut and mango ice-blocks with biscuit sand

Mango and coconut are the quintessential flavours of summer. These ice-blocks will be a summer hit for all ages to cool down in the sun.

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Raspberry & yoghurt popsicles

Raspberry & yoghurt popsicles

A cool and full-flavoured dessert or snack with only three ingredients. These popsicles are a great alternative to ice-cream or frozen yoghourt for lactose intolerant people.

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Paper cup popsicles

These super simple paper cup popsicles are a great way to cool down this summer.

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Creamy mango popsicles

Creamy mango popsicles

With only two ingredients these lactose-free popsicles take only minutes to whip up!

lemonade ice-blocks

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Lemonade ice-blocks

Lemonade ice-blocks

Delight the kids with this classic childhood favourite, home made lemonade ice-blocks.

lemon & mint ice-blocks

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Lemon & mint ice-blocks

Lemon & mint ice-blocks

honey & banana ice-blocks

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Healthy and delicious banana ice-blocks

Healthy and delicious banana ice-blocks

raspberry and vanilla yoghurt ice-blocks

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Raspberry and vanilla yoghurt ice-blocks

Make your own ice-blocks at home with these delicious raspberry and vanilla yoghurt popsicles. They’re fun to make with the kids and perfect for a hot summer day.

fruity yogurt ice-blocks

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Fruity yoghurt ice-blocks

Fruity yoghurt ice-blocks

raspberry, lemon and mint ice-blocks

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Raspberry, lemon and mint ice-blocks

Raspberry, lemon and mint ice-blocks

peppermint choc-chip ice-cream blocks

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Peppermint choc-chip ice-cream blocks

Peppermint choc-chip ice-cream blocks

vanilla-caramel swirl ice-cream blocks

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Vanilla-caramel swirl ice-cream blocks

Vanilla-caramel swirl ice-cream blocks

vodka ice blocks

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Elderflower, cranberry and vodka ice-pops

Elderflower, cranberry and vodka ice-pops

These delicious homemade ice blocks are made with elderflower cordial, cranberry, mint and vodka for a refreshing adults-only frozen treat.

Passionfruit Yogurt Pops
(Credit: Recipes+)

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Passionfruit yoghurt pops

Passionfruit yoghurt pops

mango, berry and passionfruit frozen yoghurt

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Mango, berry and passionfruit frozen yoghurt pops

Mango, berry and passionfruit frozen yoghurt pops

These traffic light yoghurt pops are a deliciously fruity alternative to regular ice-blocks. They make a brilliant after school treat for the kids on a hot day.

mango & passionfruit pops

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Mango & passionfruit ice-cream pops

These delicious and refreshing mango and passionfruit ice-cream pops are full of natural colours and flavours and a delightful treat for the kids.

coconut berry ice blocks

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Coconut berry ice blocks

Coconut berry ice blocks

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Raspberry ripple yoghurt pops

This raspberry ripple frozen yoghurt treat is a warm-weather favourite for kids of all ages. These should be prepared at least a day ahead.

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