Red, White, and Blue Popsicles

Red, White, and Blue Popsicles are “popping” with flavor and are quite refreshing. These summer treats will keep you cool all season long. Simple enough to make and enjoy on a hot summer day and perfect to serve at a holiday gathering.

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Recipe Origin

Growing up, I remember running down the street and meeting the ice cream truck for a summertime treat. There was nothing like getting a cold “Firecracker” popsicle on a hot summer day. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with red, white, and blue popsicles.

red white and blue popsicles over ice with text overlay.

What About This Recipe is Fantastic

These homemade popsicles are pretty but also festive, fruity, creamy, and a twist on a childhood classic–only better. They are fun to make and great for a healthy summer snack.

They are easy. Only 5 ingredients for this delightful treat.

They are delicious. Fresh and slightly creamy.

They are healthy. A better snack that is not only healthy but also tastes better than store-bought.

They use fresh ingredients. Using fresh fruit is what makes these popsicles so tasty and refreshing.

Ingredients:

With ripe strawberries and blueberries, this fruit combination is the perfect summertime dessert. Only 5 ingredients are needed to keep these fresh, light, and tasty. There’s no need for added sugar, only honey—a classic popsicle made with a healthier twist.

vanilla yogurt

honey

heavy whipping cream

blueberries

strawberries

If you’re looking for another blueberry treat, be sure to try my Lemon Blueberry Cake.

How To Make Homemade Firecracker Popsicles

For complete instructions, see the recipe card below.

Combine yogurt, honey, and heavy cream in a bowl. Mix well.
Puree blueberries and strawberries.
Layer the colors- red, white, and blue.
Freeze.

How to Layer the Colors for the Perfect Popsicle

To get a pretty popsicle, you must layer all flavors. You’ll put a little bit of blue (blueberries), a little bit of white (vanilla yogurt mix), and a little bit of red (strawberries). Once your popsicle molds are filled, add the lid and sticks, and place them into the freezer. Let your freezer do the rest of the work for you.

If you love strawberries, be sure to try my Strawberry Cheesecake Bars.

The great thing about popsicles is they only take about 6 hours to freeze, so you’ll enjoy these delightful treats in no time. Plus, they are not just for summer; they are great for year-round enjoyment.

Be sure to check out my Blueberry Cheesecake. Super easy to make and so good to eat.

Red, White, and Blue Popsicles are incredibly easy to create and will cure any sweet tooth. So let this version of a firecracker popsicle take you back to the good ole days and enjoy childhood memories, 4th of July parades, summer camps, and playing outside from sunup to sundown. There’s never a wrong time for a bit of reminiscing, celebrations, or a summertime treat.

Tips and Variations

Adding honey to the yogurt/cream mixture will keep ice crystals from forming while freezing.

To remove your popsicles from the mold, run them underwater for a few seconds, and they should “pop” right out.

Use raspberries instead of strawberries.

Use blackberries instead of blueberries.

Use Greek Yogurt instead of Vanilla Yogurt.

Place into the freezer for 6+ hours or overnight.

Recipe FAQs

For this recipe, I use strawberries and blueberries. However, if desired, feel free to swap the fruit for raspberries or blackberries.

It takes about 6 hours for the popsicles to set up before eating. So leaving them in the freezer overnight is best.

More Summertime Desserts

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars