Sweet Tea Julep Pops

Dairy Free
Sweet Tea Julep Pops
45 min.
12
108kcal

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Indulge in a refreshing twist on a classic Southern favorite with our Sweet Tea Julep Pops! Perfect for warm weather gatherings or a delightful dessert after a hearty meal, these popsicles combine the rich flavors of bourbon and sweet tea with the invigorating essence of fresh mint and a hint of lemon. Each bite offers a burst of nostalgia, reminiscent of sipping sweet tea on a porch swing during a lazy summer afternoon.

What makes these pops truly special is their dairy-free nature, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can create a batch of 12 delicious pops that are sure to impress your friends and family. Each pop is a mere 108 calories, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free treat that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Imagine the joy of biting into a frozen pop that captures the essence of a classic mint julep, with the added fun of being a frozen dessert! Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or simply looking to cool off on a hot day, these Sweet Tea Julep Pops are the perfect addition to your dessert repertoire. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get started on this delightful frozen treat that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup bourbon 
  • 3.5 inch food-safe wooden ice-cream spoons 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cup firmly mint leaves fresh packed
  • oz paper cups 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  •  family-size tea bags 
  • cup water cold
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a 2-qt. saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat, add tea bags, and stir in 1 cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves. Cover and steep 10 minutes. Discard tea bags and mint. Stir in 1 cup cold water, bourbon, sugar, and lemon juice, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour mixture into paper cups; add a mint leaf and small lemon slice to each, if desired.
  4. Cover each cup with aluminum foil; make a small slit in center, and insert 1 ice-cream spoon into each cup. Freeze 8 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories108kcal
Protein4.67%
Fat26.94%
Carbs68.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.17
Glycemic Load
5.92
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.3769565303203%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.34mg
Hesperetin
0.92mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:108.22kcal
5.41%
Fat:2.31g
3.56%
Saturated Fat:0.82g
5.12%
Carbohydrates:13.22g
4.41%
Net Carbohydrates:12.65g
4.6%
Sugar:11.91g
13.24%
Cholesterol:0.75mg
0.25%
Sodium:30.29mg
1.32%
Alcohol:5.01g
100%
Alcohol %:6.45%
100%
Protein:0.9g
1.81%
Vitamin A:166.61IU
3.33%
Vitamin C:2.67mg
3.24%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.38%
Fiber:0.57g
2.29%
Copper:0.04mg
2.17%
Folate:8.61µg
2.15%
Magnesium:8.31mg
2.08%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.94%
Calcium:17.67mg
1.77%
Iron:0.29mg
1.61%
Phosphorus:15.83mg
1.58%
Potassium:51.45mg
1.47%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.31%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.1%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes