Refreshing Iced Tea Popsicles with Rosehips, Raspberry Leaf Tea, and Fresh Berries Recipe

Introduction

These Refreshing Iced Tea Popsicles combine the natural sweetness of berries with the floral notes of rosehip and raspberry leaf tea. Perfect for a hot day, they’re a delightful and healthy treat for all ages.

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups (600ml) filtered water
• 2 tablespoons dried rosehips
• 1 tea bag raspberry leaf tea
• 6 oz strawberries, thinly sliced (divided use)
• 6 oz raspberries, halved (divided use)
• 3 tablespoons (66ml) raw honey
• 10-capacity popsicle mold and sticks

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2. Step 2: Once boiling, turn off the heat and add the dried rosehips, raspberry leaf tea bag, and half of the sliced strawberries and raspberries.
3. Step 3: Cover the pan and let this mixture steep for 20 minutes.
4. Step 4: After steeping, strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer, pressing firmly on the solids to extract all the flavor.
5. Step 5: Stir in the raw honey until fully dissolved.
6. Step 6: Pour the tea mixture halfway into the popsicle molds, then add the remaining sliced fruit into each mold.
7. Step 7: Top off the molds with the remaining tea, and insert popsicle sticks.
8. Step 8: Freeze until solid, about 4-6 hours.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a few fresh mint leaves into the molds before freezing.
• You can substitute raw honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan version.
• Use mixed berries or other seasonal fruits to vary the taste.
• Make sure to press the fruit gently into the tea mixture so it stays distributed in the molds.

Storage

Store the popsicles in the freezer in an airtight container or wrapped individually in plastic wrap. They will keep well for up to 2 months. To enjoy, let them sit at room temperature for a couple of minutes to soften slightly before eating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of tea instead of raspberry leaf?

Yes, you can use herbal teas like hibiscus or chamomile, or even green tea for a different flavor profile. Just adjust steeping time according to the tea type.

Do I need special molds for popsicles?

While popsicle molds make shaping and freezing easier, you can also use small paper cups with popsicle sticks or even silicone muffin trays as alternatives.

Refreshing Iced Tea Popsicles with Rosehips, Raspberry Leaf Tea, and Fresh Berries Recipe

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These refreshing iced tea popsicles combine the delicate flavors of rosehip and raspberry leaf tea with fresh strawberries and raspberries, sweetened naturally with raw honey. Perfect for a healthy, cooling treat on warm days, these popsicles offer a delightful and hydrating way to enjoy fruit-infused iced tea in a fun, frozen format.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes plus 4-6 hours freezing
• Yield: 10 popsicles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Liquid Base

• 2 ½ cups (600ml) filtered water
• 2 Tablespoons dried rosehips
• 1 tea bag raspberry leaf tea
• 3 Tablespoons (66ml) raw honey

Fruit

• 6oz strawberries, thinly sliced (divided use)
• 6oz raspberries, halved (divided use)

Other

• 10 capacity popsicle mold and sticks

Instructions

1. Boil Water: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 ½ cups (600ml) of filtered water to a rolling boil to prepare the base for the tea infusion.
2. Steep Tea and Fruit: Once boiling, turn off the heat and add 2 tablespoons of dried rosehips, 1 raspberry leaf tea bag, and half of the thinly sliced strawberries and halved raspberries to the saucepan. Cover and let steep for 20 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Strain Tea: After steeping, strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer, pressing firmly on the solids to extract all the flavorful liquid, ensuring a smooth base without any residue.
4. Add Honey: Stir in 3 tablespoons (66ml) of raw honey until it is completely dissolved, sweetening the infusion naturally.
5. Fill Popsicle Molds: Pour the tea mixture halfway into each of the 10 popsicle molds. Then, distribute the remaining sliced strawberries and raspberries evenly inside each mold for a visually appealing and flavorful addition.
6. Top Off and Insert Sticks: Fill the rest of the popsicle molds with the remaining tea mixture. Insert popsicle sticks into each mold securely.
7. Freeze: Place the filled molds into the freezer and freeze until solid, approximately 4-6 hours, ensuring fully set popsicles ready to enjoy.

Notes

• For a stronger fruit flavor, allow the popsicles to soften slightly before eating.
• Use filtered water for the best clarity and taste in your iced tea base.
• These popsicles are naturally sweetened with raw honey, but you can adjust sweetness to taste.
• Make sure to use a fine mesh strainer to avoid pulp in your final popsicles.
• These popsicles are best consumed within 1-2 weeks for optimal freshness.

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