Cherry Cheesecake Popsicles

Cherry cheesecake popsicles blend creamy cheesecake flavor with fruity cherry swirls for a refreshing, indulgent treat. They’re perfect for cooling off on hot summer days.

You might also like layered strawberry popsicles, strawberry sorbet, sweet tea raspberry popsicles, and pumpkin pie popsicles.

Why You’ll Love It

Easy to make: These popsicles come together quickly with minimal prep.
Refreshing and rich: The creamy filling and bright cherries balance beautifully.
Great for summer: Keep these on hand for hot days, parties or afternoon treats.
Customizable: You can easily switch up the fruit or cookie base.

Cherry Popsicle Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Cookie crumbs: Crushed digestive cookies add a buttery crunch to the base.
Butter: Melted to bind the cookie crumbs into a firm crust.
Cherries: Fresh, pitted cherries bring bold fruity flavor and color. You can use frozen ones if you prefer. Just thaw and drain them well before using to prevent excess liquid.
Granulated sugar: Sweetens both the cherry puree and cream cheese base.
Cream cheese: Delivers rich, tangy cheesecake flavor and a creamy texture.
Milk: Helps blend the filling into a pourable, smooth consistency.

How to Make Creamy Cherry Popsicles

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Make the crust: Combine cookie crumbs with melted butter and set aside.
Puree the cherries: Blend most of the cherries with water and sugar until smooth.
Make the cream base: Blend cream cheese, milk and remaining sugar until smooth.
Combine mixtures: Mix half the cream base with the cherry puree.
Fill molds: Add cherry slices, then alternate the two mixtures into popsicle molds.
Add the crust: Top each mold with cookie mixture and press lightly.
Freeze: Cover and freeze for at least 8 hours before serving.

Substitutions and Variations

Use different cookies: Try graham crackers, gingersnaps or shortbread instead of digestive cookies.
Switch the fruit: Use berries, mango, peaches or other ripe fruit for a different twist.
Adjust the sweetness: Add or reduce sugar by a tablespoon at a time to suit your taste.
Dairy-free version: Use dairy-free cookies, cream cheese and your preferred plant-based milk to adapt the recipe.
Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free cookies.

Serving Suggestions

With a refreshing drink: Enjoy a cherry caipirinha, frozen mint lemonade or one of these summer cocktail recipes with this creamy popsicle recipe.
After a meal: Serve these up after any kind of main dish, such as a Mediterranean salad or perhaps Mediterranean shrimp linguine.

How to Store Cherry Cheesecake Popsicles

Keep frozen: These will keep for several weeks if you keep them frozen. They do melt quite fast so don’t get them out until you’re ready to eat.