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These Elderberry Popsicles for sore throats are naturally sweetened, bright purple and fun for kids and grown-ups alike. They’re made with elderberry syrup, echinacea tea, orange juice, lemon and raw honey, and they’re a cold, fruity treat to keep in the freezer.
This recipe stands apart from the rest of my healthy popsicles as the tangy, elderberry-forward pick — for another nutrient-packed option, try my Green Smoothie Popsicle, or keep a batch of my Creamy Lime Popsicles on hand for when you just want a treat.
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Elderberry Popsicles Ingredients
This Elderberry popsicle recipe has a varsity list of ingredients, each one chosen for flavor and color. Drum roll, please.
- Echinacea + ionic zinc: Echinacea tea brings a mild, floral flavor. Ionic zinc is optional.
- Raw honey: Raw, local honey adds natural sweetness and a load of antioxidants.
- Fresh orange juice: High in vitamin C and adds bright, sweet flavor.
- Fresh lemon juice: Also high in vitamin C, plus a tangy zip.
- Homemade elderberry syrup: Adds deep berry flavor and gorgeous purple color, and it’s rich in antioxidants.
I wanted these to taste lovely, and they do!
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How to Make Popsicles for Sore Throats
These purple beauties take a bit of prep work yet you can make them whenever you have time, then store them in the freezer so a popsicle is always ready to grab. Here’s how I make mine:
- Steep tea bags in boiling water for 3-5 minutes (the longer the steep, the stronger the tea flavor). When removing the tea bags from the water, I like to gently squeeze the bags to release any extra liquid. Allow the tea to cool to lukewarm before moving forward.
- Stir in raw honey until it’s completely dissolved. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to incorporate.
- Refrigerate this mixture for 1 hour or until completely cold. Stir again to reincorporate the ingredients then split the mixture evenly between the popsicle molds. Freeze 3-4 hours or overnight, until firm.
- Enjoy one popsicle whenever you want a cold, fruity treat.
Elderberry Popsicles Tips
- I like using my homemade elderberry recipe since I know exactly what’s in it. Yet if store-bought is your avenue, then look for one without additives or non-natural sweeteners.
- I love using popsicle sleeves to freeze smoothies, popsicles and more! They are easy to carry with me or satisfy a crowd. Use plastic popsicle sleeves or silicone reusable popsicle holders, depending on your preference. I like using these for my sore throat pops as they are less messy and lay flat in the freezer for easy storage.
- Ionic zinc is optional in this recipe. Leave it out if you don’t have it on hand.
Elderberry Popsicles for Sore Throats
Jen HansardIngredients
- 4 bag echinacea tea
- 3 ½ cup water boiled
- 4 tbsp raw honey
- ½ cup elderberry syrup
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp ionic zinc
Instructions
- Place tea bags in a large glass measuring cup or bowl. Pour boiling water over the bags. Allow to steep for 3-5 minutes, or as directed on package. Remove tea bags and gently press any liquid from the bags back into the cup or bowl. Allow to cool until it is still hot to the touch, but not too hot.
- Stir in the raw honey and allow to dissolve. Add remaining ingredients and stir well.
- Refrigerate until very cold. Stir again, then fill popsicle molds evenly. Freeze until firm, 3 to 4 hours or overnight.
- Enjoy one popsicle per day to boost immune system to prevent or soothe a cold or sore throat.
Recipe Notes
- If you are new to elderberry or echinacea, consult your physician before consuming.
- If you don’t have a popsicle mold, you can make these with paper cups and popsicle sticks as well.
- Juice whole lemons and oranges for the most nutrition + no added sugar.
- You may use another herbal or medicinal tea for your popsicles, yet I like to use echinacea as it is an ancient remedy for cold like symptoms.
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Common Questions
A cold popsicle feels great when your throat is scratchy, and it’s an easy way to sneak in fluids. These are sweetened with honey and fruit juice, so they feel like a treat. If a sore throat sticks around, check in with your doctor.
I use juice from oranges and lemons as well as honey, echinacea tea and elderberry syrup for a bright, tangy berry flavor.
Yes! Any herbal tea you like works here. I use echinacea for its mild floral flavor, but chamomile or hibiscus are both tasty.
More Natural Remedy Recipes
Because I love cooking with plants, I’ve built a collection of natural remedies, and my family uses them all the time.
- Ginger Lemon Honey Tea: A concentrate you make once and keep in the fridge, then scoop into hot water for a warm, zesty mug.
- Frozen immunity cubes: These cubes can be turned into a smoothie on their own or added to any smoothie you make.
- Fire Cider Tonic: This tonic is strong in flavor, and a little goes a long way.
I forgot to mention this recipe also looks good. It’s definitely cold and flu season at work and home and I don’t want to get sick!
These will def help you ward off the cold and flu!
Thanks for publishing this. My daughters been sick for about a month and maybe this will help cure her.
We hope it does help!
Popsicles as medicine is a genius idea! Definitely going to try this when my babe gets a bit older.
They are a great natural remedy for the little ones!
All right, I haven’t technically made these popsicles yet but based on the recipe above… I can tell they will be a winner! Raw honey, elderberry, lemon juice, orange juice… come on! It’s got all the thing that’ll boost the immune system and heal the throat. Super excited to make these once I get popsicle order arrives ( I just placed it… I couldn’t wait).
Woo hoo! Have you made the pops yet?
I can’t wait to make these. Got to keep this house healthy this winter.
A healthy house in the winter is a challenge but def not impossible! Hoping your family loved the pops!