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With summertime finally here, now is the perfect time to stock up on some funky and totally essential popsicle molds. Ideal for homemade frozen treats at little ones' birthday parties or refreshing grown-up recipes for bachelorette parties and beyond (why hello there, boozy popsicles), these fun, versatile, and easy-to-clean molds will keep you cool all season long.
Best Popsicle Molds
What to Consider
The most common materials for popsicle molds are food-safe silicone, BPA-free plastic, aluminum, and disposable plastic baggies — and they each have their own unique benefits. Aluminum freezes the fastest, silicone is easy to clean, plastic is durable and doesn't tip in the freezer as easily as others, and the baggies? They're terrific for adult popsicles that may not freeze all the way thanks to the alcohol content.
That being said, pour-in-style popsicle molds are the easiest to use. They are standing molds that have built-in overflow spill areas like the Kootek and the Esooey. They also have easy-to-insert sticks and are relatively tip-proof. The Tovolo pops have fun handles that kids love, and they're also dishwasher-safe. And when it comes to the silly-shaped molds like theTovolo's monsters and dinosaurs molds, you should give them some extra time in the freezer because their interiors freeze slower than you'd expect.
Popsicle molds have come a long way from paper cups and wooden sticks, now made with all kinds of materials and in a variety of shapes. Nothing says “summer” quite like a frozen treat, and we have the best popsicle molds to help kick off the season.
Number of Molds: 8
Nearly 4,000 perfect 5-star ratings on Amazon tells you just how great these popsicle molds are — making them our best overall pick. The set comes with two molds, each making four popsicles, sticks, a silicone funnel for clean pouring, and a brush to get the nooks and crannies all cleaned up.
They're dishwasher-safe, take up little room in the freezer, and the best part? They don't spill or tip over easily. I have used these for parties and for fun, and they're hands-down my favorite.
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Number of Molds: 7
Little kids make huge messes with big popsicles. It drips down their arms and onto their shirt long before it is even close to being eaten. Minimize the damage by making mini popsicles. This silicone seven-cavity ice pop maker is the perfect size for toddlers and preschoolers.
Pro tip: Mini silicone ice pop molds like this are also great for Jell-O shots, but keep them separate from the kids' area. Another tip? Parents note that these are just the right portion size for fruits or veggies, so you can use this mold to freeze homemade baby food as well.
Number of Molds: 4
How many of us have thrown dinosaur-themed birthday parties for our kids? This ice pop mold is basically designed to be the last treat of a summer party, the one you hand out right before begging the other parents to relieve you of their children.
Plus, the mold is made of silicone, so it's really easy to clean, according to parents. Best of all, they don't warp in the dishwasher.
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Number of Molds: 4
You won't need to worry about your popsicles tipping over in the freezer when your kids slam the door shut because these puppies lay flat. Why no one has ever thought of stackable popsicles before is beyond us, but we're thrilled to have them now.
Made with medical-grade silicone and plastic sticks, these molds are as cute as they are convenient and beyond easy to fill.
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Number of Molds: 4
Fire up the projector, turn on some Hotel Transylvania, and enjoy some monstrous pops with this adorable mold by Tovolo. The four-piece set of monster ice pop molds is way more silly than spooky, and your kids will scream with delight as they grip the monster feet holders and chow down on some yummy popsicles.
Parents of autistic kids who are sensory seekers say that these molds are really appealing to them, thanks to the sharper edges of the popsicles.
Number of Molds: 8
Remember push pops? We sure do. Why not make your own and pass them out to your friends? This set of eight silicone push-pop molds seal up tight to prevent leaks and are really comfortable in hand, thanks to the soft material.
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Number of Molds: 6
Popsicles freeze in a hurry in this stainless steel mold. It's as environmentally friendly as you will find. However, sticks aren't included, so be sure to pick a few up.
Reviewers say that ice pops freeze so quickly in these molds compared to others, and that's all thanks to the material. As an added bonus, it's dishwasher-safe.
Number of Molds: 200 bags
You can fill these sleeves with whatever you choose, thanks to the help of the ingenious funnel that's included. The set also comes with four felt sleeves to hold the cold ice pops, which is honestly so smart. You get a whopping 200 sleeves, which may be just enough to last the summer with a few kids.
Number of Molds: 4
Wild shapes make popsicles so much more fun. This set of four silicone molds with plastic sticks feature pineapples, strawberries, famous mouse ears, and even a baby popsicle. Above all else, their petite size is absolutely adorable.
And yes, it does come with reusable popsicle sticks that are super easy to wash, according to reviewers.
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Number of Molds: 4
Holy crap — the handle has a straw in it so that if it starts to melt, you or your child can just drink the popsicle. How smart is that? The innovation alone on this kit is worth it — and when you factor in that it’s under $10, it’s a total no-brainer.
Number of Molds: 6
You can finally live out your childhood dream of defeating the empire by biting off the head of Darth Vader with this mold from Zoku. Featuring a mini Stormtrooper, Darth, and R2-D2 cavities, these popsicles are going to be an instant hit with the fandom.
After all, eating a popsicle is better than being frozen in carbonite any day of the week.
Number of Molds: 12
Batch-cooking isn’t just for lunches and baby food — it’s for popsicles, too. This boss-sized silicone mold holds 12 popsicles and comes with 50 sticks and a brush for cleaning it out. Make a blender full of something delicious, and have a box full of frozen treats in a few hours.
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Number of Molds: 5
Little astronauts will rejoice with these space-themed popsicle molds. Five different rocket ships and one lonely astronaut make up the kit, with the bottoms of the rockets shaped like blasters, and the astronaut has a sweet set of leg handles, perfect for little fists to grasp. They're perfect for a party.
Cat Bowen
Senior Editor for Commerce, Reviews
Cat Bowen has been covering parenting and home for over a decade. At Best Products, she has tested hundreds of products for parents and for the home, often spending dozens of hours per product to ensure her reviews are accurate and informative. Prior to joining the team, she was at Romper where she covered everything from breastfeeding to child sleep habits to abortion rights access. You can find her work on Bustle, Romper, and more. Cat is a bit of an intellectual magpie and perpetual student, most recently receiving a graduate degree in gender studies where she examined a topic that vexes so many — pockets in women’s clothing.
