8 Whimsical Popsicle Molds Sure to Please Your Inner Child

There's always an occasion to take popsicle-making to the next level with molds both whimsical and revolutionary.

By Nicole PerryPublished: May 16, 2014

<p>Love rocket pops but hate the artificial coloring and flavors? Make a homemade version in this whimsical mold ($13) instead. We're particularly fond of this watermelon, lemonade, and blueberry iteration. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000G34F1Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000G34F1Q&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwshopstylec-20&ascsubtag=970028302&tag=wwwshopstylec-20" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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While dixie cups or shot glasses work quite well in a pinch, there's always an occasion to take our popsicle-making to the next level with molds both whimsical and revolutionary (hello, seven-minute popsicles!). Read on for a sneak peek into our wish list, as well as flavor suggestions to best utilize the variety of molds available.While you are waiting for your homemade popsicles to freeze, check out the best popsicles in the U.S..

Tovolo Rocket Pops

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Love rocket pops but hate the artificial coloring and flavors? Make a homemade version in this whimsical mold instead.

amazon.com, $13

Norpro Ice Pop Maker

<p>Try this sturdy ice pop maker ($22) if you're looking to make popsicles in a classic shape for a crowd. This mold is BPA-free and yields up to 10 popsicles at a time using wooden popsicle sticks. We appreciate this feature, as it can be a hassle to keep track of reusable plastic sticks, especially when making popsicles for a party. Bonus: thanks to its no-frills shape, this is an ideal mold to employ when making popsicles with inclusions such as these peach rice pudding pops. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MMRNHE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000MMRNHE&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwshopstylec-20&ascsubtag=970029504&tag=wwwshopstylec-20" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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Try this sturdy ice pop maker if you're looking to make popsicles in a classic shape for a crowd. This mold is BPA-free and yields up to 10 popsicles at a time using wooden popsicle sticks. We appreciate this feature, as it can be a hassle to keep track of reusable plastic sticks, especially when making popsicles for a party. Bonus: thanks to its no-frills shape, this is an ideal mold to employ when making popsicles with inclusions.

amazon.com, $22

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Tovolo Ice Cream Pop Molds

<p>Fill this charming tromp l'eoil ice cream cone mold ($11) with creamy flavors such as mint chocolate chip or tropical mango dreamsicle. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00395BD86/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00395BD86&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwshopstylec-20&ascsubtag=970029959&tag=wwwshopstylec-20" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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Fill this charming tromp l'eoil ice cream cone mold with creamy flavors such as our Blueberry Cabernet Cheesecake Popsicles.

amazon.com, $11

Zoku Quick Pop Maker

<p>Craving cool refreshment but short on time or patience? Employ Zoku's quick pop maker ($51) to make popsicles in a flash — as little as seven minutes! Try spicy fudgesicles or chocolate-dipped peanut butter pops. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003U9ZCRO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003U9ZCRO&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwshopstylec-20&ascsubtag=970030275&tag=wwwshopstylec-20" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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Craving cool refreshment but short on time or patience? Employ Zoku's quick pop maker to make popsicles in a flash — as little as seven minutes!

amazon.com, $51

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Cuisipro Sailboat Pop Mold

<p>Beat the heat with these adorable nautical-themed popsicle molds ($12). They'd make the perfect treat when filled with Summer's finest produce, such as these juicy peach mint popsicles. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004U5DVQG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004U5DVQG&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwshopstylec-20&ascsubtag=970030576&tag=wwwshopstylec-20" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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Beat the heat with these adorable nautical-themed popsicle molds. They'd make the perfect treat when filled with Summer's finest produce.

amazon.com, $12

Tovolo Groovy Ice Pop Molds

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We're smitten with this "groovy" take on a classic shape.

amazon.com, $13

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Push Pop Containers

<p>Surely, we can't be the only ones nostalgic for the wildly artificial "orange flavor" push-pops of yore. Whip up a more wholesome version in this clever mold ($24) that's sure to satisfy your inner child. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005GVXCDU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005GVXCDU&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwshopstylec-20&ascsubtag=970031705&tag=wwwshopstylec-20" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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Surely, we can't be the only ones nostalgic for the wildly artificial "orange flavor" push-pops of yore. Whip up a perfect popsicle in this clever mold that's sure to satisfy your inner child.

amazon.com, $24

Zoku Single Pop Maker

<p>We're crushing on this individual pop maker ($25) for its tiny footprint and practicality (particularly for those who live solo). While you could definitely employ this instant pop maker for a scaled-down version of a classic recipe, we'd fill ours with store-bought ginger limeade for impromptu icy treats. <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/zoku-single-pop-maker/?pkey=cice-cream-tools&cm_src=ice-cream-tools%7C%7CNoFacet-_-NoFacet-_--_-&bnrid=3117500&cm_ven=AfCompShop&cm_cat=ShopStyle.com&cm_pla=CJ&cm_ite=Std" target="_blank"><i>amazon.com</i></a></p>

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We're crushing on this individual pop maker for its tiny footprint and practicality (particularly for those who live solo). While you could definitely employ this instant pop maker for a scaled-down version of a classic recipe, we'd fill ours with store-bought ginger limeade for impromptu icy treats.

amazon.com, $25

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