Homemade Creamsicle Pop

Nothing soothes the palate on a hot day like a citrusy, dreamy creamsicle. For years, sweet tooths of all ages have lined up at ice cream trucks, snack bars, and grocery store check-outs in anticipation of a bite of creamy vanilla ice cream encased in orange sherbet. With just two easy ingredients, this super simple tie-dye fruit dessert can be made at home! No need to run around town to curb your craving; this recipe makes a dozen homemade creamsicle pops that can hang out in the freezer for 1 month (or as long as they go uneaten)!

What is a creamsicle?

Before it was popularized by the folks at Good Humor and Dairy Queen (creator of the “dreamsicle”), a creamsicle was known as a sweet cocktail. Made with vodka, cream, orange liquor, and simple syrup, this cocktail can be shaken, stirred, and served as a shot or an orange soda and ice cream float. But its most famous variation does not have any alcohol at all. Rather, it features low-fat vanilla ice cream encased in orange sherbet.

How do you make a creamsicle popsicle? 

This homemade version skips the complex coating and swirls the two flavors together for a groovy, tie-dye effect. The easiest orange sherbet in the world is made by blending frozen orange juice concentrate with vanilla ice cream. For an even more colorful frozen dessert, red and yellow food coloring can be added to make a vibrant orange. The remaining vanilla ice cream in the container makes the easiest white swirl. 

Are homemade creamsicle pops made with popsicle molds?

This recipe uses popsicle molds that hold about ⅓ cup of filling. They are widely available and can make for some fun popsicle-making! But if the mood strikes without the popsicle molds, good old-fashioned paper cups with wooden sticks can also be used.