Homemade Banana Popsicles

This homemade banana popsicles recipe uses a pudding mix, fresh bananas, and full-fat milk. These chilled, creamy treats are perfect all summer long and are pretty darn healthy, too. The recipe yields nine 3-ounce popsicle molds.

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Reasons to Love this Homemade Banana Popsicle Recipe
📃Ingredient Description
💭Variations and Substitutions
💭Variations and Substitutions
📝Step-by-Step Instructions
👩🏽‍🍳Maur's Tips
📝Recipe FAQS
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If you are obsessed with popsicles, you should try my Tajin mango popsicles, my creamy strawberry shortcake cream pops, or these healthy cherry mango popsicles; you'd be glad you did.

Reasons to Love this Homemade Banana Popsicle Recipe

Great for the whole family: This chilled treat is made for everyone! Kids and adults alike will enjoy every sip.
Easy to make: Making this homemade popsicle is as easy as mixing, pouring into the molds, and freezing. The hardest part is waiting for them to freeze.
Healthy benefits: We are using fresh bananas packed with vitamins and minerals.
Party favorite: These ice pops make for the best party treats. I made some for a friend's kid's party and watched the tiny humans slurp away, requesting more. It’s that good!

This pudding mix popsicle is so nostalgic. It reminds me of the street vendor's utterly sweet, creamy popsicles we used to slurp under the mango tree as kids, but without all the unnecessary ingredients.

📃Ingredient Description

Here are the ingredients needed to make this recipe:

The ingredients needed to make the recipe for the ice pops.

Pudding mix: For the best banana flavor, use instant banana creme pudding mix. The pudding mix enhances the banana flavor and prevents the formation of ice crystals, resulting in creamy popsicles reminiscent of those from an ice cream shop.
Bananas: Ideally, fresh, slightly ripened bananas add a nice texture and sweetness to the popsicles. Frozen bananas are also okay, but you might have to add more liquid for a thinner consistency.
Milk: Full-fat milk, not nut milk. I tried several liquids while testing this recipe but settled on whole milk and canned coconut milk. I opted for the full-fat milk instead of the coconut milk because I had a guest with a coconut allergy. Either would work for this recipe.

Vanilla paste: enhances the pudding flavor while adding rich vanilla specs and flavor. I know it is quite expensive. You can use the extract if that’s all you have.

💭Variations and Substitutions

Milk: For a rich, creamy texture, use full-fat dairy like whole milk, heavy cream, or Greek yogurt. 2% or lactose-free milk should work just as well.
Fruits: Peaches, berries, and avocados are other fruits that would pair well with the pudding mix.
Add-ons: I made these creamy pops with shredded coconuts, and they were to die for! You can add chopped strawberries for a nice texture and pop of color.

📝Step-by-Step Instructions

Detailed instructions are outlined in the recipe card below, but here are a few steps with visuals to guide you in making a no-fail banana popsicles:

Banana and pudding mix in a blender bowl and blended puree in the blender bowl.

Step 1: In the bowl of a blender, add the pudding mix, vanilla bean paste, bananas, and milk.

Step 2: Cover and blend until the mixture is creamy and fully blended.

Pouring the pudding mix pops into the cavity of the popsicle molds, and what it looks like once it frozen.

Step 3: Place the popsicle molds over a baking sheet or tray. Gently pour the blended mixture into each cavity ¾ way up, careful not to overfill. Cover and freeze for 6 hours or until the popsicles are firm.

Step 4: Remove the popsicles from the freezer and place the bottom under running water while it is still covered. Gently lift the popsicle sticks or inserts to reveal and enjoy your popsicles.

*Please find the storage options in the recipe FAQ section below.

A bite of banana pudding mix popsicle on a tray.

👩🏽‍🍳Maur's Tips

A pinch of salt helps enhance the fruits' flavors, so don’t omit it.
Ensuring your mixture is thoroughly blended is crucial to prevent the formation of ice crystals, which can affect the texture and taste of your popsicles. A high-speed blender is a useful tool for this step.
If you omit the pudding mix, add a small amount of cornstarch to prevent ice crystals from forming, then sweeten to taste.
Leave a little space at the top of the mold, as the mixture will expand as it freezes.
If your popsicle mold doesn't have a covering, use plastic wrap; this can help prevent ice from forming on the surface.
Set your freezer to the coldest to freeze the popsicles as quickly as possible or overnight.
For easy popsicle release, briefly dip the mold in warm water.

📝Recipe FAQS

How do you make popsicles creamy, not icy?

To make creamy, not icy popsicles, use full-fat dairy like whole milk or Greek yogurt, and add sweetened condensed milk or stabilizers like cornstarch. Blend the mixture thoroughly and chill it before freezing to reduce ice crystals.

How do you keep popsicles from sticking in the mold?

To prevent popsicles from sticking to the mold, dip the mold in warm water before removal.

How do you store this homemade popsicle?

Once frozen, remove popsicles from molds, wrap them individually in plastic wrap or wax paper, and store them in a freezer bag or airtight container, labeling them with the type and date for easy access and freshness.

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PEACE & LOVE

Maureen

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Maureen

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