Ever wondered how to make pineapple popsicles? Fresh pineapple, pomegranate juice, and just a touch of sugar makes this 3-ingredient popsicle recipe as delicious as it is easy. Sprinkle these bright and fruity pops with Tajín seasoning for a spicy, salty finish.
Recipe first posted on September 23, 2010 and last updated June 12, 2024.
My brain has been buzzing with popsicle recipes lately. Maybe it’s an effort to bring on summer.
If you’ve ever visited the California coast in June, you’ll quickly discover that summer doesn’t really start here until at least August.
May and June are consistently overcast and cold and July can sometimes be similar. If you want to soak up that California sun, come in September, just to be safe.
I’m so over June gloom this year that I thought if I create some really delicious homemade popsicles, summer might decide to show up a little early (fingers crossed 🤞).
We are popsicle lovers in this house. They are an easy-to-make sweet treat that are utterly refreshing and loved by kids and adults alike.
Fan favorites over the years have included, creamy coconut-lime paletas (popsicles), vegan Mexican chocolate popsicles, and Bandera Paletas (flag popsicles) which are grape, lime, and strawberry layered to represent the colors of the Mexican flag.
These rose-hued pineapple-pomegranate pops are a perfect balance of tart and sweet and have that great icy crack when you bite into them. Add a sprinkling of Tajín seasoning before enjoying to hit every last taste bud.
All About These Homemade Pineapple Popsicles
This super easy, dessert-meets-summertime’s best friend is the perfect ending to a hot summer day. You’ll love this pineapple popsicle recipe – it’s…
- MADE WITH 3 INGREDIENTS. Tart, unsweetened pomegranate juice, fragrant ripe pineapple and a tiny bit of sugar – it doesn’t get simpler than that! The Tajín takes it over the top, but is optional.
- LIGHT AND BRIGHT. As an afternoon pick-me-up or an after-dinner treat they offer lots of refreshing tropical fruit flavor but aren’t too sweet or cloying.
- HEALTHY. Both pomegranate and pineapple are loaded with vitamin C, plus there is very little added sugar and the fresh bits of pineapple give some added fiber. This is a dessert you can definitely feel good about eating.
🍍I think the fragrant, floral pineapple is the perfect way to celebrate summer. Try my Pineapple-Hibiscus Margaritas or my grilled pineapple salsa during these warmer months. 🍍
Equipment
If you don’t have a proper popsicle mold you can still make this recipe. A great way to get that popsicle form without a mold is to use small paper cups as long as you have popsicle sticks, you’re set.
My favorite popsicle molds are these silicone popsicle molds because they come out so easily. These molds that lay flat are pretty cool too.
Aside from the ice pop molds and popsicle sticks you will also need a high-speed blender or food processor to blend the pineapple puree.
Ingredients
- Pomegranate juice. Use unsweetened pomegranate juice. I tried a couple of different brands when testing this recipe. I preferred the Whole Foods brand over the Open Nature brand.
- Fresh pineapple. Even though it takes an extra step to cut up a fresh pineapple, I think it is worth it. Canned pineapple tastes like the tin can it comes in and frozen pineapple doesn’t have that floral fragrance. I don’t recommend using pineapple juice either. My first test made with pineapple juice tasted metallic and tinny.
- Granulated sugar. I like the clean pop of sweetness from white granulated sugar best. I’ve never tried these with other sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. I believe they both would work but would have a muddier flavor.
- Tajín. Tajín is a chile-lime spice mix that can be found with the other Latin foods at your local grocery store. This is optional but I am a sucker for spicy pineapple popsicles. Try it once and see what you think.
How To Make Pineapple Popsicles
Full instructions in the recipe card below.
step one
Cut the pineapple. Remove the tough skin and cut the flesh away from the core. Dice the pineapple.
step two
Blend. Combine the pomegranate juice, about 8 ounces of the fresh pineapple, and the sugar in the blender. Blend until smooth. Add the rest of the fresh pineapple chunks and pulse a couple times just to break it up but still maintaining some largish pieces.
step three
Freeze. Pour pineapple mixture into popsicle molds. Insert the popsicle sticks into each mold. If your popsicle mold doesn’t have lids, wrap the popsicles in plastic wrap or foil (the foil will hold the popsicle sticks better). Place in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until frozen solid. For best results, leave them in the freezer overnight.
step four
Enjoy! Run the popsicle molds under warm water to make them easier to remove. Sprinkle each popsicle with Tajín if you’d like and serve!
Your Hot Summer Afternoon Needs These
I can’t wait for you to try this easy recipe for homemade fruit popsicles! This fresh fruit popsicle recipe is so light, refreshing, and full of pineapple flavor. Give them a try the next time you need some relief from the scorching heat – I’m pretty sure you’re going to love them just as much as we do!
If you do give this great recipe a try, be sure to let us know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo and tag @holajalapeno on Instagram. We LOVE seeing your creations! 💛
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Pineapple-Pomegranate Popsicles Recipe
An easy three-ingredient popsicle recipe made from a mixture of pomegranate juice and fresh pineapple. Dairy and gluten free!
Ingredients
- 1 1/8 cups pomegranate juice
- 1 small ripe pineapple peeled and diced (you will need about 1 pound fresh pineapple chunks)
- 2 1/4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Tajín Clásico Chile Lime Seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Combine pomegranate juice, half of the diced pineapple, and the sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add the remaining diced pineapple and pulse 2-3 times to break up but still keep pieces of pineapple in the mix.
- Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours, but best overnight.
- Run popsicle molds under hot water to loosen the popsicles. Remove from mold and sprinkle with Tajín. Serve immediately or place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and return to the freezer until ready to serve.
Notes
- Equipment: You will need a popsicle mold with 10-12 cavities, popsicle sticks, and a blender or food processor. If you don't have a popsicle mold you can use small paper cups instead.
- Serving: To unmold the popsicles, run the mold under hot water until they loosen and pull out easily. This will make them a little melted on the end. I like to lay them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them freeze again before serving.
- Pineapple: Choose a pineapple that is mostly yellow (not green) with a strong fragrance that feels heavy for its size.
- Tajín: Find this chile lime seasoning with the other Latin foods at your local grocery store. It is also sometimes found in the produce aisle. It is not that spicy, about a 4 on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being super spicy.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 9 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 52Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 6mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 0gSugar: 11gProtein: 0g
Your popsicle recipes are always so creative and inspiring! I love how you bring a touch of summer to our lives with your delicious creations.
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Thanks so much Elle!