SUPERCHARGED ice lollies. boost your health & your mood

Summer time chills!

Basil-Citrus Ice Lolly

This sparkling beauty of an ice lolly (or ice block if you will!) gives off a tiny hint of mimosa (the perfect holiday starter) and is overflowing with antioxidants and superfoods. With vitamin-C rich citrus juice as the base, the creaminess comes from a blend of homemade goji and schisandra-infused plant-milk—both are potent adaptogens and known beauty allies for skin and hormone health. Then, with a sprig of basil and crush of vanilla bean, this vibrant icy treat offers a multidimensional summer time hit. Though the marshmallow root powder is optional, give it a try because when consumed, it can cool, calm, and repair as well as hydrate the body on a profound level. 

Ingredients:

• 2 cup of fresh citrus juice

• 1 cup of Orange Milk (or plant-based milk of choice)

• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon sweetener ( or more to taste if necessary)

• 1-2 fresh sprigs of basil, roughly chopped

• ½ teaspoon fresh vanilla bean

• Optional: 1 teaspoon marshmallow root powder

Directions: 

1. Combine citrus juice, orange milk, vanilla, sweetener, and optional marshmallow root powder in a bowl and whisk well.

2. Pour mixture into ice lolly molds and place a few pieces of basil into each pop.

3. Place in freezer. After one hour, insert sticks in and freeze for at least an additional four hours or until frozen.

Watermelon-Berry Ice Lolly

Not much says a New Zealand summer like watermelon and strawberries. The hint of rose is something that I’m obsessed with at the moment. I truly adore this recipe and it’s in frequent rotation during the hotter months. In addition to being delicious, it also has healing elements from rose, tulsi, and basil. It’s an uplifting, restorative, and heart-opening blend of herbs that can help ease stress and nourish your spirit. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of fresh strawberries

• 2 cups cubed watermelon

• 3 tablespoons dried rose petal powder

• 2 tablespoons Tulsi (also called holy basil)

• ½ cup fresh basil leaves

• 1 tablespoon additional rose petals

Directions:
For this recipe, you can make a hot or cold infusion.

To make a hot infusion: Pour boiling water over 3 teaspoons rose petals and tulsi in a heatproof jar or teapot. Steep for 10 minutes and taste. if you like it stronger, steep for 20 minutes. 

For a cold infusion: Place herbs into at least 4 cups of water and place at room temperature or in the fridge for 4-8 hours. Once steeping is complete, strain well. 

1. Blend together the strawberries, watermelon, and basil. Once well blended, add in herbal infusion a half a cup at a time.

2. After you add a half cup of liquid, stop blending and taste. Repeat this step until the taste is to your liking. The pop should be fruity first and floral or herby second. If you want it sweeter, add more fruit. If you prefer more floral notes, add more infusion or additional rose petals.

3. Pour the fruit and herb infusion into your molds (I sometimes add slices of strawberry to the molds for a bit of flair) and freeze for one hour. After one hour, insert ice lolly sticks in and freeze for at least an additional four hours or until frozen.