Watermelon & Basil Ice Lollies

Looking for something refreshing to cool you down during the summer heatwave? Look no further than our delicious watermelon & basil ice lollies.

Ingredients:

To prepare the watermelon juice, cut the flesh from the watermelon discarding any seeds. Cut into chunks then place in batches in a food processor and blend until smooth. Strain into a bowl through a sieve to remove any stray seeds or pulp. You will need around 600mls of watermelon juice. Set to one side.
To make the basil syrup, place the sugar and water in a saucepan and place over a medium heat until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and add the fresh basil leaves, then leave to cool completely. Remove the wilted leaves.
Once ready to assemble, combine the watermelon juice with the basil syrup and the lime juice then transfer to a jug to make it easier to pour. Fill the ice lolly moulds then add a lolly stick to each one. Freeze overnight.
When ready to serve, gently warm the sides of the moulds by dipping in warm water, then gently remove. Serve immediately.
Makes 10 ice lollies