Passion Fruit and Guava Pops

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Passion Fruit and Guava Pops
45 min.
8
74kcal

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Indulge in the tropical flavors of summer with our delightful Passion Fruit and Guava Pops! These refreshing frozen treats are perfect for those warm days when you need a little pick-me-up, and they'll transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked paradise. Made from ripe passion fruits and sweet guava nectar, these pops are not just delicious; they’re also a guilt-free indulgence. With only 74 calories per serving, they’re a lighter alternative to traditional ice creams, making them an excellent choice for dessert lovers looking for something nourishing yet satisfying.

What’s more, our Passion Fruit and Guava Pops are completely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone can enjoy them regardless of dietary preferences. The combination of tart passion fruit and smooth guava creates a perfect balance of flavors that’s both refreshing and exotic. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, looking for a fun activity with the kids, or simply craving a sweet treat, these pops are an easy and enjoyable recipe to whip up.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with these vibrant, homemade pops that are not only simple to create but can also be prepared ahead of time for your convenience. So grab your kitchen utensils and let’s dive into making a treat that’s sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 11 ounces to 8 passion fruits ripe halved
  • 1.5 cups can guava nectar canned
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sieve
  • plastic wrap
  • measuring cup
  • muffin tray
  • kitchen scissors

Directions

  1. Combine 1/3 cup water, 1/4 cup sugar, and1 tablespoon lime juice in small bowl; stiruntil sugar dissolves. Using spoon, scoopflesh from passion fruits into sugar mixture.Strain mixture through fine-mesh strainerinto small bowl; press on seeds with rubberspatula to extract as much liquid as possible(you will need 1 cup strained liquid);discard seeds in strainer.
  2. Divide passion fruit mixture amongeight 3-ounce paper cups (about 2tablespoons for each). Stretch plastic wraptightly over top of each cup, coveringcompletely and securing each with rubberband. Insert ice pop stick or lollipop stickthrough plastic wrap and into mixture ineach cup (taut plastic will hold stick inplace).
  3. Place cups in muffin pan, tilting cupsat angle. Freeze until passion fruit mixtureis set, about 3 hours.
  4. Meanwhile, stir guava nectar, remaining3 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon limejuice in 2-cup measuring cup until sugardissolves. Chill mixture until cold.
  5. Remove cups with frozen passion fruitmixture from freezer; stand cups upright inmuffin pan. Peel back some of plastic wrapon each.
  6. Pour guava mixture atop frozenpassion fruit mixture in cups, dividingequally. Cover with plastic wrap, securewith rubber band, and freeze until firm, atleast 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3days ahead. Keep frozen.
  7. Using scissors, cut off paper cups frompops and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories74kcal
Protein1.21%
Fat1.03%
Carbs97.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.76
Glycemic Load
4.36
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.5669565374113%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:74.04kcal
3.7%
Fat:0.09g
0.14%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.03%
Carbohydrates:19.25g
6.42%
Net Carbohydrates:18.14g
6.6%
Sugar:16.51g
18.34%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.87mg
0.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.24g
0.47%
Vitamin C:11.25mg
13.64%
Fiber:1.11g
4.44%
Vitamin A:136.07IU
2.72%
Vitamin K:2.19µg
2.09%
Copper:0.04mg
2.01%
Potassium:57.09mg
1.63%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.51%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious