This iced candy recipe is sure to beat the summer heat. The lemon gives a refreshing note while the cucumber gives the nice green and healthy color. It’s an easy recipe for kids to follow.
Agogo is an Ilonggo term for and iced candy. I really don’t know how the word came about. We made the Cucumber and Lemon Iced Candy in agogo form since we have plastic wrappers left. But this is also great as a popsicle if you have an ice pop molder.
Cucumber and Lemon Iced Candy Recipe
Ingredients
1 pc Cucumber
2 pcs Lemon, squeezed into juice
250 mL water
100 g sugar
Procedure
1. Rinse the cucumber. Chop of the ends and cut into thick slices. Leave the skin on. Put them in a blender with the water and blend into a fine puree.
2. Strain the cucumber through a mesh strainer. Add the lemon juice and the sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
3. Pour the mixture into the plastic wrapper or an ice pop mould. Freeze for 4-8 hours.
4. Serve iced and enjoy!
Daddy Tips
- You can also use lime or calamansi instead of lemon.
- Sugar can be removed but prepare for a strong yet refreshing treat.
Check out these ice pop moulds at Amazon.com.
