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Why buy an icy treat when you can make loaf pan popsicles at home without a mold? Made with wholesome ingredients, you get to control the sweetness and customize them however you like. Make them for the family or for a crowd – this recipe makes plenty!
save this recipe!Popsicles are a quintessential summer treat! I love them so much that I wrote an entire popsicle cookbook! After developing over 75 popsicle recipes, I figured out how to DIY a popsicle mold, and it’s the best thing since sliced bread!
“Can I make popsicles without a mold” is one of the most common questions I get, so I am so excited to show you that, yes, you can still make them! All you need is a bread pan and some sticks.
popsicle filling options
I’m not going to list out ingredients here because this method works with any popsicle recipe. I’ll just highlight some of my favorites but you can make ones that are vegan, dairy free, boozy, and more!
- Creamy Strawberry Popsicles: These are one of my favorite healthy desserts!
- Yogurt Popsicles: Basically ice cream in bar form.
- 3-Ingredient Banana Popsicles: Perfect for using up ripe bananas (honestly, the biggest life hack next to banana bread).
- Aperol Spritz Popsicles: These are more of an ice pop, perfect for acting as ice in this popular drink.
How to Make Popsicles Without A Mold
Making popsicles in a loaf pan is a great way to make them in bulk if you have a party or event coming up. Jump to the recipe card for full instructions!
- Prepare the pan: Line the loaf pan with plastic wrap.
- Make the filling: Make your flavor of choice and pour it into the mold.
- Cover and add the sticks: Cover with aluminum foil, then poke sticks through (the aluminum foil helps to keep the sticks standing upright).
- Freeze: Freeze until solid, then slice into popsicles.
more DIY mold options
You can also make popsicles without a mold by using a muffin tray, shot glasses, yogurt containers, or tall, skinny drinking glasses!
Loaf Pan Popsicles (Sliceable Pops Perfect for Summer!)
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prep: Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap. Pour in your popsicle fillings then smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover: Tightly cover your loaf pan with aluminum foil, trying to prevent the foil from touching the filling. Use a small knife to poke small holes in the foil where the sticks will go, about 1 inch apart. Insert sticks.
- Freeze: For at least 6 to 8 hours, or until frozen solid.
- Slice: Run the pan under warm water to loosen it up, then remove the popsicle loaf. Use a sharp knife to cut the loaf into slices. Voila, popsicles!
Notes
did you make this?Leave a comment below and tag @liveeatlearn on social media! I love seeing what you’ve made!
How many oz are your popsicles?
With this recipe it really just depends! I make them about 3/4 to 1 inch thick, and then it depends on how much you fill the pan! 😀