Popsicles Recipes with a Purpose: Fun, Fresh & Full of Goodness
Summer is for sunshine, sticky fingers, and something cold in your hand. In our house, that usually means popsicles—easy to make, fun to eat, and the perfect way to sneak in something healthy while everyone’s too hot to argue.
Sea buckthorn juice is one of those hidden gems in my freezer. It’s naturally rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids, but it has a bold, tangy flavour that needs the right balance to go from superfood to super delicious—especially if you’re making it for kids.
That’s where these popsicle recipes come in.
I created these three summer popsicles recipes using real fruit, sea buckthorn juice, and just enough natural sweetener to make them taste like a treat. They’re free of artificial flavours or colours, easy to blend and freeze, and perfect for everything from pool party cool-downs to backyard snack breaks.
Each one features a sunny mix of flavour and nutrition, and they’ve quickly become favourites around here. If you’re looking for healthy summer snack ideas for kids, these sea buckthorn popsicles are a great place to start.
Why Sea Buckthorn Popsicles?
These aren’t just pretty treats—they’re functional foods disguised as dessert. Sea buckthorn is rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, and omega-7, making these popsicles a surprisingly effective way to support immune health, skin, and digestion during the hottest months.
Whether you’re stocking the freezer for summer playdates, keeping a stash ready for poolside snack breaks, or just want to feel better about handing out frozen treats, these sea buckthorn popsicles check every box.
Seaberry & Peach Vanilla Bliss Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup peach purée (fresh or canned in juice, drained)
- 1/2 cup sea buckthorn juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp agave nectar or honey
Instructions:
1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust sweetness.
3. Pour into popsicle moulds and freeze 6+ hours.
Seaberry & Strawberry Swirl Popsicles
Ingredients:
3/4 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1/2 cup sea buckthorn juice
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Splash of coconut milk, if needed
Instructions:
1. Blend strawberries, banana, sea buckthorn juice, and sweetener.
2. Add coconut milk if needed for easier blending.
3. Freeze until firm and enjoy.
Seaberry & Mango Tango Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mango purée (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sea buckthorn juice
- 1/3 cup full-fat coconut milk
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions:
1. Blend mango, sea buckthorn juice, coconut milk, lime, and sweetener.
2. Adjust to taste.
3. Pour into moulds and freeze solid.
Give These a Go This Summer!
Embrace the season and treat yourself and your loved ones to a freezer-full of these vibrant Sea Buckthorn Popsicles Recipes—sweet enough to delight, yet nourishing enough to feel good about. They’re quick to whip up, fully customizable to your taste (swap berries, switch sweeteners—you do you!), and perfect for cooling down those long, sun-soaked days. Whether you’re looking for a playful snack for the kids or a soul-refreshing treat for yourself, these popsicles are a delicious way to enjoy the bold flavours and powerful nutrients of sea buckthorn. Dive into that bright, tangy goodness—and let your freezer be the hero of summer!
Read more about why sea buckthorn has been called a nutritional powerhouse here.
