These super easy Mango Popsicles are crazy simple to make—they have just two ingredients—and they are completely refreshing. Plus, the vitamin C, probiotics, and protein make them a nutritious snack for those little bellies!
My girls are totally obsessed with mango, and I love how naturally creamy it is. Which means that when you blend it up into mango popsicles, it has seriously delicious results—with hardly anything else added to the mix.
These are one of my baby popsicles and toddler snacks for warmer weather, though we’ve been known to make a batch whenever we just need some brightness in our day.
They’re an easy way to soothe a sore throat, are packed with vitamin C and probiotics for kids, and work as a dessert for kids or snack.
These Mango Popsicles are one of the first baby popsicles I offered to my kids since the texture is smooth and soft and the flavor so delicious.
(You may also like Blueberry Popsicles, Strawberry Popsicles, Banana Popsicles, and my guide on How to Make Popsicles.)
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Ingredients You Need
To make this mango popsicle recipe, you’ll need to have these ingredients on hand and ready to go.
- Fresh or frozen mango cubes or chunks: You can use diced fresh mango or frozen mango to make this recipe. Both work similarly, though frozen mango is easier since you don’t have to chop it. I let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly so it’s easy to blend.
- Yogurt: You can use whole milk Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture in these mango popsicles, or you can use kefir, which is rich in probiotics. I typically use plain yogurt to minimize added sugars, but you can use vanilla if you prefer.
- Optional sweetener: Depending on the flavor of the mango and the preferences of your kids, you can add a little maple syrup or agave to sweeten the mixture.
Ingredient Substitutions
To make this mango popsicle recipe dairy-free, you can use full-fat coconut milk (from a can) or non-dairy Greek style yogurt. Both make creamy popsicles.
Add a little more fruit flavor with a squeeze of fresh lime juice if desired.
Step-by-Step Process
This mango popsicle recipe is so easy! Here’s a look at the process. Scroll down to the bottom of this post for the full info, including the timing and amounts.
- Measure out your ingredients. I like to let my frozen mango thaw for a few minutes so it’s a little soft.
- Add to a blender.
- Blend until super smooth.
- Portion into popsicle molds and freeze.
(This mixture is similar to my Mango Sorbet recipe, which is equally refreshing.)
Frequently Asked Questions
If I have kefir on hand, I use it here since I like the way its flavors mix with mango. If you’re unfamiliar, it’s basically a tangy drinkable yogurt with protein and a lot of probiotics. If you don’t have it, you can simply use yogurt. They work just about the same!
You can make refreshing mango popsicles using a mixture of mango (fresh or frozen) and yogurt. This makes a creamy popsicle with great natural fruit flavor.
Using Greek style yogurt helps since there is less water content than regular yogurt. And when blended with the mango, which is naturally creamy, this baby popsicle recipe is unlikely to be icy.
Best Popsicle Molds for Kids
We love the Zoku popsicle molds because I find them consistency easy to use and easy to clean. They’re available in the classic shape and also these mini popsicle molds, which are so perfect for babies and one year olds! The minis pop right out of the molds and are such a cute little size!
My full list of popsicle molds for kids is available for you, too.
TIP: You can also use a small (bathroom-size) paper or plastic cup and a popsicle stick if you prefer.
How to Store
Once frozen, transfer mango popsicles to a freezer bag, remove as much air as possible and seal. They can stay frozen for up to 6 months to serve as an easy snack to make at home or a summer treat.
Best Tips for Success
- To make this mango popsicle dairy-free, use a nondairy yogurt drink or yogurt, or coconut milk.
- You can substitute almost any other frozen fruit, but mango and banana are naturally the creamiest.
- To save space when storing popsicles in the freezer, remove from the base of the mold once frozen and store in a zip-top freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- The mixture works as a mango smoothie straight out of the blender as an alternative.
- To make as a baby popsicle, skip the optional sweetener.
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I’d love to hear what your kids think of this recipe if you try it, so please comment below to share. (I appreciate every single comment!)
Easy Mango Popsicles (2-Ingredients!)
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen mango cubes
- 1 cup plain or vanilla whole-milk Greek yogurt (or kefir)
- 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add the mango and yogurt to a blender. Blend very smooth, starting on low and working up to high.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with a little honey or maple syrup if needed. (The mango is usually sweet enough on its own.)
- Pour into freezer pop molds and freeze for 4-6 hours or until firm.
Notes
- The mixture works as a smoothie straight out of the blender.
- To make this dairy-free, use a nondairy yogurt drink or yogurt.
- You can substitute almost any other frozen fruit, but mango and banana are naturally the creamiest.
- To save space when storing popsicles in the freezer, remove from the base of the mold once frozen and store in a zip top freezer bag.
Nutrition
This post was first published May 2018.
Baby approve! Thankyou
My kids favorite popsicle!
We used plain yogurt and it was just too tangy. Probably should do vanilla.
There’s a lot of variation in tanginess of plain yogurt so it could just be the brand you used perhaps!
My son and I loved making these together, and they are very delicious!
We made these yesterday and the kids gobbled them up. I had to add a little water since I didn’t have the time to slightly thaw the mango and my blender is pretty week, but came out fine! Will have to make these again, soon.
My daughter loves these popsicles! I’ve made them several times this summer using frozen mango. I love that there are only two ingredients.
Can you use coconut milk instead of yogurt? My kids dont like the tangy taste of yogurt but I want to make them a creamy pop…. thank you!
Yes coconut milk (particularly the Full fat kind from a can) will make them super creamy!