How do you make icy poles without molds?

Fill some small cups up with your chosen pop mix (juice or yogurt work well), then place a sheet of cling wrap over the top and gently poke a hole through the wrap with an ice-pop stick. Place in the freezer for a few hours, then wiggle the pop out of the cup and enjoy. (Paper cups will work, too.)

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What are popsicle molds?

Popsicle molds are typically made of silicone or plastic and come in different shapes and sizes. Some are even designed to make sure getting your popsicle out is a breeze, such as our top pick Zoku Classic Pop Molds.

What can I use instead of popsicle mold?

Ice cube trays, small disposable cups and muffin tins lined with foil cupcake wrappers can be used in lieu of a popsicle mold. Simply pour the ingredients into your DIY mold, cover with aluminum foil and spear a wooden popsicle stick through the foil into the center of the mold.

What is the best ice cream molds?

The Onyx Stainless Steel Popsicle Mold is our overall top pick. It’s easy to use and made from durable stainless steel. It also unmolded the quickest of any of the popsicle molds we tested.

What can I use as an ice lolly Mould?

5 Ways to Make Popsicles Without a Mold

Small Baking Tins. Those small canelé molds, mini brioche tins, and mini muffin tins you have stashed in the kitchen are good for a lot more than just baking.
Paper or Plastic Cups.
Loaf Pans.
Ice Cube Trays.
Small Yogurt Containers.

What can I use instead of ice lolly sticks?

What if I don’t have any lolly sticks? Try to source some wooden lolly sticks, but if you don’t have any you can try some rigid plastic straws or some plastic cutlery. Depending on the size of your pops and your freezer, you could even try chopsticks for ‘handles’ – get creative! A metal spoon will also do the trick.

How do you get popsicles out of a silicone mold?

EASILY TO PULL OUT: Because the popsicle molds are made of silicone, the ice pops are easy to take out. Rather than submerge the mold in hot water, you can simply peel back the silicone to release your frozen treats.

What to use when you don’t have Popsicle molds?