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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 the tea bags in a large glass measuring cup or bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Steep for 3 to 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags, pressing out any liquid. Let cool until warm but not too hot.
- Stir in the honey until dissolved. Add the elderberry syrup, orange juice, lemon juice and zinc and stir well.
- Refrigerate until very cold. Stir again, then divide among popsicle molds. Freeze until firm, 3 to 4 hours or overnight.
Recipe Notes
- No Molds: Use small paper cups and wooden sticks. Add the sticks after about 1 hour, once the pops are partly frozen.
- Tea Swaps: Another herbal tea, such as chamomile or hibiscus, can replace the echinacea tea.
- Honey Note: Because these contain raw honey, don’t serve them to babies under 1 year old.
- Freezing: Once frozen, unmold the pops and store them in an airtight freezer bag or container for up to 2 months.
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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.
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where can you buy ionic zinc?
Hay Tamara! I’d try Amazon, they seem to have literally everything.