Fig and Lemon Popsicles
Category: Desserts
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh figs | 180g |
| Lemon juice | 150g |
| Water | 100ml |
| Sugar | 50g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Lemon: Start by slicing the lemons in half and squeezing out the juice into a bowl. Set aside for later use.
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Make the Syrup: In a small saucepan, pour the water and add the sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves. Heat the mixture over medium heat, bringing it to a boil. Once the syrup has boiled, remove it from the heat and mix in the fresh lemon juice you prepared earlier. Stir to combine and set it aside to cool slightly.
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Prepare the Popsicle Molds: Take your popsicle molds and line the sides with thin slices of fresh figs. This will give your popsicles a beautiful fruity texture when frozen. Place the molds onto a popsicle holder to keep them upright during freezing.
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Insert the Sticks: Carefully insert a popsicle stick into each mold. If you notice that the sticks tend to sink into the liquid, hereβs a simple trick: Cut small strips of aluminum foil and fold them around the popsicle sticks, creating a small “brace” that will hold the stick in place as it freezes. Fold one side of the foil over, then fold the other side to secure the stick.
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Freeze: Place the filled molds into the freezer. Allow them to freeze for at least 3 hours, or until they are completely solid.
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Unmold the Popsicles: Once the popsicles are frozen, remove them from the freezer. To release them from the molds, briefly dip the base of each mold into warm water. This will loosen the popsicles, making it easy to slide them out.
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Serve and Enjoy: Your refreshing fig and lemon popsicles are now ready to enjoy! The combination of sweet figs and tangy lemon creates a perfect treat for hot summer days.
These homemade fig and lemon popsicles offer a delicious balance of natural sweetness and tartness. Theyβre a fantastic way to cool off while indulging in the fresh flavors of the season.
