I just got this and can't get the popsicles to come out on the stick. I'm using stage 2 mixed fruit. Any suggestions?
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I had this problem when the mixture wasn't thick enough. Try adding greek yogurt (Fage), mashed fresh banana, or mashed fresh avocado--depending on the flavor you need. These molds seem to work better with a pop that has a creamy consistency.
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I remember it was very hard to get them out! I think even the handle broke in one of them. I think I tried warm water but I never used them again :(
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Have you tried running hot water over the mold? I have only frozen ice and juice mixed to beat the heat, but I have to take the individual pop and run the blue mold under hot water and rub it and then am able to remove it. I think leaving it out for a few minutes may help too.
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Sorry, I've not used baby food in these. Just leftovers from our smoothies. I do have to run it under water for a few seconds before it will pop out
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I just wanted to add that I have used baby foods - all stages, mostly fruits - they freeze fine without added water. You only need to run under hot water to loosen the mold and then apply even and steady pressure as you pull it out slowly.
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Make sure the ingredients are ALL very cold and that the ice cream maker bowl has been frozen for a couple days. Keep trying. My first two batches were too liquid in texture. You can use those as a smoothy (someone suggested this to me).
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The popsicles need to stand up for freezing or the juice will spill out. The stand really is not that much larger than the molds though. Hope this helps.
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Ours didn't work either. I even bought a different one at the local grocery store and need up returning it because it didn't work either. I gave up and figured you had to get something more expensive to actually get a slushing or snow cone.
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I used a thin layer of some styrofoam and placed the grass on top and then I put cake pops on to styrofoam and they held up well. I used the green kind of styrofoam so it can blend in with the grass. Turned out perfect for me. Hope this helps:)
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Give it just a minute or two (not too long or they will defrost obviously) and then I just hold a hand on each side and try to twist the trays a little. I know it feels like there is no give but they will pop out. I've also run the back under warm water just for a second and then flipped it onto the lid and they slide right out! Good luck!
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I would suggest adding to the fruit in the freezer. So when it is thawed for a few minutes it's not solid. Or you would need to use crushed ice or small cubes.
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I have the same problem. Every time I turned it on, it started moving around and the pulp container came off. I had to turn it off, reassemble and clean the mess. I might have got a deceptive one.
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Tammy, I figured out after that happened to me was to get the motor running and pour the mixture in using the slot in the top. I haven't had any more trouble with it sticking. It does seem to freeze up quicker than the time it says in the booklet. I scrap it out with a rubber spatula and put it in a container to finish in the freezer. I got a good hint from another web site to put a little acholol ( rum or tequila)in it to keep it from freezing rock hard. Hope this helps
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I usually improvise. I try to find something that will fit, where the wand goes in, for example the hollow Musk scents or Vanilla that emit the fragrance thru the stick Just add a string & that should do it!!
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I haven't tried that but it could be possible. Might be a little heavier than a 'pop' tho. About the size of an apple so use stronger sticks. Hope this helps :)
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I had the same problem. im sorry I cant help but I tried to burn it together and it didn't work. it still works without them but it does look better with them.
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I find that when I get ones that are stubborn to come out of the mold, I just stick it under some running warm water, and it melts enough to free it from the mold. If you're pulling on the stick and the whole stick is coming out and leaving the ice pop behind, then yes you either didn't fill it up enough (not enough pop for the stick to 'grab on' to) or they just aren't frozen enough.
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Steve we find that we have to warm it a little with water or just let it set at room temp. And yes it helps to get the sticks in right. Don't send it back, learn how to work it. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY !!!!
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Hi there, I own a bakery and have sold over 1,500 cake push pops. I assemble them, cut my cake to a layer level I'd like, press the container on it, push it down to the bottom, fill with a filling or buttercream, then add another layer of cake, and then top with frosting/buttercream and sprinkles. Depending on the cake, I do 2-3 layers of cake each push pops. Kids love them. Teachers really love them for classroom birthdays, as they are not messy for young kids... like cake or cupcakes :)
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I didn't get recipes, but there are a "gazillion" recipes online. Just use your search engine and type in "Popsicle Recipes" or make your own. My grandchildren's favorite is two cups of fresh strawberries cut in chunks. Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and 1/3 cup of sweetener of your choice and 1/2 cup water. Mix in blender till smooth, fill popsicle molds, put in stick tops and freeze 4 hours or overnight. Really fresh and good. I've also used peaches, blackberries, mangoes and canned pineapple. I left out the sugar with the pineapple and used the juice in the can instead of the water. Yum! Same children also liked almond milk and tiny chocolate chips. Hope this helps I didn't get recipes, but there are a "gazillion" recipes online. Just use your search engine and type in "Popsicle Recipes" or make your own. My grandchildren's favorite is two cups of fresh strawberries cut in chunks. Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and 1/3 cup of sweetener of your choice and 1/2 cup water. Mix in blender till smooth, fill popsicle molds, put in stick tops and freeze 4 hours or overnight. Really fresh and good. I've also used peaches, blackberries, mangoes and canned pineapple. I left out the sugar with the pineapple and used the juice in the can... » Read More I didn't get recipes, but there are a "gazillion" recipes online. Just use your search engine and type in "Popsicle Recipes" or make your own. My grandchildren's favorite is two cups of fresh strawberries cut in chunks. Add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and 1/3 cup of sweetener of your choice and 1/2 cup water. Mix in blender till smooth, fill popsicle molds, put in stick tops and freeze 4 hours or overnight. Really fresh and good. I've also used peaches, blackberries, mangoes and canned pineapple. I left out the sugar with the pineapple and used the juice in the can instead of the water. Yum! Same children also liked almond milk and tiny chocolate chips. Hope this helps « Show Less
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Melissa, I'm not really happy with it because there is not enough tension to hold the fruit while you twist it. I too want to find something to pick papayas. Right now I use a long stick with a rubber tip like cap and push on it. It works. I will still try to create something. ..