This 3-ingredients Dulce De Leche Lemon Popsicles recipe is delicious and so refreshing! They’re so easy to make and it’s the perfect spring and summer treat.
Lemon Paletas (Popsicles)
This homemadelemon popsiclesare a rich, creamy taste of citrus and sunshine. Make this refreshing lemon treats for a memorable sweet and tart treat you’ll love!
Growing up in Mexico, I used to eat an atrocious amount of paletas as a child. Sometimes I would make these frozen treats but instead of popsicle molds, I used small sandwich bags. Once they were frozen I would cut a small hole in the bottom corner and eat them from there.
These treats are called “helados”. Now I cringe with the thought of eating out of a bag like that since I probably ended up eating some of the plastic too. Yikes!
Ingredients
With these three simple ingredients you’ll make delicious popsicles in no time!
- The milk: Use regular milk (1% or 2%) or even a plant based milk will work.
- A can of regular condensed milk.
- Fresh lemon juice (save a little bit of the lemon pulp).
Why I called these “Dulce De Leche Popsicles”
I feel like I have to justify the name of these popsicles recipe since I have received a few comments as of why I called them Dulce De Leche when in fact they’re made with condensed milk. The brand of Mexican condensed milk has Dulce De Leche on the label so I went with that plus this description is more fun right?
How to make Dulce De Leche Popsicles
This is a visual overview of the steps to make this recipe. See the detailed list of ingredients & instructions in the recipe card below.
- Just add all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well with a whisk or a fork.
- our into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours. Preferable overnight.
Reader’s FAQ
What’s the best mold for popsicles?
I used this popsicle mold but you can use anything you have! It all comes down to preference. Here are some tips to consider:
- Silicone molds: This is a popular choice for popsicle molds because it’s flexible and non-stick, which makes it easy to remove the popsicles once they’re frozen. Silicone molds are also easy to clean and reusable, which makes them a great investment.
- Stainless steel molds: Stainless steel molds are durable and long-lasting, and they’re also easy to clean. However, they can be quite expensive and may not be as flexible as silicone molds.
- Plastic molds: Plastic molds are affordable and come in a variety of shapes and sizes, making them a popular choice for many people. However, they may not be as durable as silicone or stainless steel molds, and they can be harder to clean.
- Traditional ice cube trays: If you’re making smaller popsicles or ice pops, you can use a traditional ice cube tray to freeze your popsicles. This is a cheap and easy option, but it may be harder to remove the popsicles from the tray once they’re frozen.
- Even small paper cups will work.
Why are my homemade popsicles icy?
Using low fat milk products cause the icy effect (freezer burn) on creamy popsicles. To prevent this, just use a higher fat milk product. If you decide to use the condensed milk fat-free version, just know that they will be more “icy.”
MORE delicious…
- Berry Yogurt Popsicles
- Paletas De Tamarindo
- Paletas De Sandia (Watermelon Popsicles)
- Nachos
- Sandia Loca
- Coricos
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Dulce De Leche Lemon Popsicles
Servings 10
Ana Frias
5 from 9 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 hours hrs
Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
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This 3-ingredients Dulce De Leche Lemon Popsicles recipe is delicious and so refreshing! They’re so easy to make and everyone will love them!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups of milk 1% or 2%
- 1 14 oz can of regular La Lechera condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- a little bit of lemon pulp
Instructions
Add all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well with a whisk.
Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours. Preferable overnight.
Muy Delish Notes:
Use regular sweetened condensed milkand not the fat free version. If you decide to use the fat free version just know that they will be more “icy.”
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Nutrition
Serving: 1popsicle | Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 34mg | Sugar: 9g
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This recipe was originally published in April 14th 2013. It was updated to revise the content and photographs. The original recipe remains the same. Enjoy!
