There’s Nothing Like a Homemade Popsicle on a Hot Summer Day

Mango is a popular lassi flavor. Ashley Moore

A lassi is a yogurt-based drink that originated in the Punjab region of India. Lassis are often flavored with spices or fruit—mango is very popular. This recipe puts the flavors of a mango lassi into a smooth, sweet popsicle.

Mango Lassi Popsicles

Makes 6 popsicles

• 1 1/2 cups (10 ounces) fresh or frozen chopped mango
• 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, squeezed from 1/2 lime

Process: Place all ingredients in a food processor. Process mixture until smooth, 30 to 40 seconds, scraping down sides of bowl halfway through.

Fill: Pour mixture into a large liquid measuring cup. Divide mixture evenly among ice pop molds.

Freeze: Insert 1 ice pop stick in the center of each mold and seal with cover. Place in the freezer and chill until firm, at least 6 hours or up to five days.

Unmold: Hold mold under warm running water for 30 seconds to thaw slightly. Slide popsicle out of mold.