Tasty tangy and tart these plum yoghurt ice lollies are fruity and refreshing with a hint of rose. Just what you need on a hot summer’s day. If you have a good blender and some ice pop moulds, they’re easy to make too.
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We may not be having the best summer ever here in Cornwall, but we have had a few warm and sunny days. We even had a whole week where it was actually way too hot.
When it’s that hot, all I want to eat is cool foods and ices. I headed for the freezer, but when I got there, the freezer was bare – of ice cream anyway. To avoid another Mother Hubbard moment, I converted a large bag of cheap seasonal plums into these rose plum yoghurt ice lollies.
Rose Plum Yoghurt Ice Lollies
I’ve been admiring the wonderful ice lollies that have been springing up all over the net this summer, so a few weeks back, I took the plunge and bought myself some ice lolly moulds. As soon as they arrived, I realised it was not going to be as easy as I’d imagined.
For a start, I needed a considerable amount of clear space in my overcrowded freezer. A bit of lateral thinking was required. I managed to squeeze some ice packs into the freezer and as soon as they were solid, I whipped them out into a cool bag along with some of the contents. This created enough space for my lolly mould and my fruit ices were good to go.
Making the rose plum yoghurt ice lollies was simple. It was just a case of stoning the plums, whizzing everything up in my trusty Optimum 9200A power blender and filling the moulds.
When it came to releasing them, however, I was a bit trepidatious; I had visions of limpet lollies steadfastly refusing to budge. There were no accompanying instructions, but I guessed dipping the mould into warm water might be a good idea. I’ve subsequently learnt that’s exactly what you’re meant to do.
These rose plum yoghurt ice lollies were my first attempt at ice pops. And one I was pleased with. They’re tangy tart and refreshing. My rose syrup gives just a hint of delightful floral sweetness which complements the plums beautifully. All we need now is some more hot weather.
NB 7/8/16 – Several people have asked me where I got the ice lolly moulds from. So in case you’re interested too, I bought them from Amazon. Here’s the link: Norpro Frozen Ice Pop Maker*.
No Rose Syrup?
My rose syrup is super easy to make, but I realise not everyone has access to highly scented unsprayed roses. So, if you don’t have any rose syrup or you’re unable to make some, don’t despair. You can add three to six tablespoons of sugar instead along with a couple of drops of rose oil or a teaspoon of rose water.
How much sugar you add will depend on how sweet your tooth is and how tart the plums are.
Other Recipes for Fruity Ices You Might Like
- Eton mess ice lollies via Kavey Eats
- Four fruity frozen treats – no added sugar via Family Friends Food
- Fruity lemonade ice lollies via Elizabeth’s Kitchen Diary
- Mango mousse ice lollies via Farmersgirl Kitchen
- Oreo strawberry popsicles via Supergolden Bakes
- Pimms o’clock ice lollies via Foodie Quine
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Rose Plum Yoghurt Ice Lollies. PIN IT.
Rose Plum Yoghurt Ice Lollies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 large purple plums about 400g
- 500 g Greek yoghurt
- 4-8 tbsp rose syrup depending on how sweet the plums are and how tart you like your lollies – see notes for substitutes
Instructions
- Wash and stone the plums.8 large purple plums
- 4-8 tbsp rose syrup
- Add the yoghurt and whizz together until just mixed. Taste for sweetness and add more rose syrup as necessary.500 g Greek yoghurt
- Pour into 10 ice lolly moulds + 2 philadephia tubs.
- Push a wooden stick into each mould.
- Freeze for a minimum of 2 hours or until completely solid.
- Dip the moulds into hot water for 15-30 seconds, then pull the lollies out by their sticks. If they are difficult to remove, dip in hot water for a few more seconds.
Notes
Nutrition Estimate
Sharing
I’m sending these rose plum yoghurt popsicles to Kavey Eats for Bloggers Scream For Ice Cream (BSFIC), where the theme this month is fruit.
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Cathy @ Planet Veggie says
I made lollies for the first time this summer, too. Picked up some cheapy moulds in Asda for ยฃ1.50! Yours look fab ๐
Choclette says
Ah well, you did better than me. My moulds weren’t cheap, but they are good. Making lollies is a bit of an art and I think I need to practice a bit more.
kellie@foodtoglow says
what a super recipe! Simple but very creative. I haven’t see plum pops before but I love the idea so much!
Choclette says
Thanks Kellie. Having gone through a phase of making recipes more complicated than they need to be, I’m enjoying keeping things simple at the moment.
Nayna Kanabar says
I adore the colour of these they look delectable. I have never thought to combine plums and rose, interesting combination.
Choclette says
I’m a big fan of rose and summer fruits Nayna. I’ve not had a fail yet.
Rosemary says
Aha! We went fruit-picking this weekend and got way too many plums. You’ve just solved our problem:)
Choclette says
There’s such a thing as way too many plums Rosemary? ๐
Kate - gluten free alchemist says
Lovely! Fab combination of ingredients and such a beautiful colour!
I always find it very tricky to get lollies out of the mould….. especially when you are only trying to get one!
Choclette says
Thanks Kate. I think the answer to only getting one lolly is taking them all out, then freezing them again in a bag. That’s what I did anyway and it worked fine.
Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs says
I love, love, love floral flavours, especially rose! Why ahve I never thought of putting it in an ice lolly! Fab recipe ๐
Choclette says
Thanks Emma. You can probably tell I’m a big fan too. If it’s summer and I’m using fruit, I always think ‘rose’!
Dom says
So delicious. I adore the plum and rose combo and you’re so right, a lolly is lovely on a hot day. I’m actually in the garden laying on the lawn now!!
Choclette says
Dom, you need a lolly! A rose plum lolly ๐
Johanna @ Green Gourmet Giraffe says
Wow your iced lollies look very professional in the photo – look like you do it regularly – and I love the sound of ingredients – would be great in an Aussie heatwave!
Choclette says
They would be perfect in an Aussie heatwave Johanna and thank you for being so generous. It was really tricky to take the photographs as it was so hot – everything was melting fast.
Urvashi Roe says
I love the flavour of rose but must admit I have never paired it with plums! what an intriguing combination. I might have to put that on a cheesecake. This is my favourite summer dessert of choice. I’m not a huge lolly fan to be honest but than you for inspiring such a lovely combination for floral and fruit!
Choclette says
Oh yes, rose plums on a cheesecake would be fantastic. I’ve found rose goes particularly well with plums, rhubarb, apples and most berries.
Kavey says
Such gorgeous lollies, love the colour and your flavour combination sounds perfect! Amazing first lollies!
Choclette says
Thanks Kavey. I was pretty impressed with them, though it’s mostly down to the lolly moulds really.
Emma Cooper says
Ooh, these look divine! Where can I get my hands on some plums now! Thanks for sharing ๐
Choclette says
No plum tree yet Emma? Maybe try the neighbours ๐
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
They look fantastic! I love the combo of flavour here, Choclette.
Choclette says
Thanks Angie. I’ve noted over the years that rose goes well with many tree fruits and berries ๐
Christine Dodd says
Wow – this sounds fab! I was drawn in by the mention of rose – but this is actually a great idea for the plum surplus that ends up in the freezer.
Choclette says
Oh for a surplus of plum – any plums. I used to get a few from my mother’s tree, but she’s not had much in the last few years. Hope you like the recipe.