Low Carb Ice Lollies
When the weather warms up (or even just for a fun after school treat), ice lollies can feel like an easy win, but many shop bought options are packed with fast acting sugars.
The good news? You can make low carb, slower impact ice lollies at home that are still delicious, fun, and far more predictable for glucose management.
Easy Homemade Low Carb Ice Lollies
1. Creamy Berry Yoghurt Lollies
Best for: Slower release snack (not hypos)
Ingredients (makes ~6)
150g full fat Greek yoghurt
100g mixed berries
1-2 tsp sweetner (optional)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Blend or mash berries
Mix yoghurt, vanilla, sweetner
Swirl berries through
Pour into moulds, freeze 4-6 hours
Nutrition (per lolly)
Carbs: ~5-6g
Protein: ~2g
Fat: ~3-4g
2. Coconut Lime Lollies
Best for: Light, refreshing snack
Ingredients (makes ~6)
400ml coconut milk
Juice + zest of 1-2 limes
Sweetner
Directions
Mix all ingredients
Pour into moulds
Freeze overnight
Nutrition
Carbs: ~3-5g
3. Peanut Butter Chocolate Lollies
Best for: Filling treat/ sustained energy
Ingredients (makes ~6)
200ml cream or coconut cream
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp cocoa powder
Sweetener
Directions
Blend until smooth
Pour into moulds
Freeze overnight
Nutrition
Carbs: ~4-5g
More Ice Lolly Ideas (Mix & Match for Variety)
4. Strawberry Cheesecake Lollies- Creamy, dessert style treat
Ingredients (makes ~6)
150g cream cheese
100g strawberries
2 tbsp double cream
1-2 tsp sweetener
Carbs: ~4-6g
5. Blueberry Chia Lollies- Fibre boost to help slow glucose rise
Ingredients (makes ~6)
150g blueberries
200ml unsweetened almond milk
1 tbsp chia seeds
Sweetener
Carbs: ~5-7g
6. Chocolate Avocado Lollies- Low carb + super creamy
Ingredients (makes ~6)
1 ripe avocado
1 tbsp cocoa powder
150ml milk (or almond milk)
1-2 tsp sweetener
Carbs: ~3-5g
7. Coconut Chocolate Chip Lollies- Feels like a treat, still low carb
Ingredients (makes ~6)
400ml coconut milk
2 tbs sugar free chocolate chips
1 tsp vanilla extract
Sweetener, if needed
Carbs: ~4-6g
8. Peach Iced Tea Lollies- Light and refreshing (great for teens)
Ingredients (makes ~6)
250 ml brewed tea (cooled)
1 ripe peach, finely chopped
1-2 tsp sweetener
Carbs: ~4-6g
9. Apple & Cinnamon Yoghurt Lollies- Comforting “apple pie” flavour
Ingredients (makes ~6)
150g Greek yoghurt
100g stewed apples (no added sugar)
½ tsp cinnamon
Carbs: ~7-9g
10. Mango Coconut Lollies- Naturally sweeter option
Ingredients (makes ~6)
100g mango chuncks
200ml coconut milk
Juice of ½ lime
Carbs: ~8-10g
11. Banana Peanut Butter Lollies- Great for energy around activity
Ingredients (makes ~6)
1 small banana
2 tbsp peanut butter
150ml milk
Carbs: ~10-12g
Diluted Juice Ice Pops
Simple and flexible
Ingredients (makes ~6)
150ml fruit juice
300-450ml water
Carbs: ~5-8g
Electrolyte Ice Pops
Hydration support (especially in heat or sport)
Ingredients (makes ~6)
400ml sugar free electrolyte drink
Optional: squeeze of lemon
Carbs: ~0-2g
Store Bought Options (Lower Carb Choices)
If you need something quick:
Mini milk lollies (~6-8g carbs)
Supermarket “no added sugar” ice lollies
Yoghurt based frozen snacks
Sugar free ice pops (check labels carefully)
Look for:
<10g carbs
“No added sugar”
Added protein/fat where possible
T1D Parent Tips
Label Everything
Write carb counts on:
Lolly sticks
Freezer containers
Ice lollies don’t have to be off limits with T1D. With a few simple swaps, they can become: Predictable, Lower Impact and Flexible for your family’s busy lives. And most importantly, still fun, still delicious, and still part of childhood.
