Optional: Add 1-2 drops of food coloring for vibrant colors. Sprinkle edible gold flakes or dust into the molds for some shimmer and texture.
Pour the juice into the gemstone popsicle molds.
Insert popsicle sticks into the molds, ensuring they are centered and stand upright.
Place the molds in the freezer and allow the popsicles to freeze completely. This typically takes 4-6 hours or overnight.
Once fully frozen, gently remove the popsicles from the molds. If needed, run the molds briefly under warm water to loosen the popsicles. Let the popsicles thaw slightly to create a damp surface. This will help the gold adhere more easily. Or lightly wet your brush or tweezers.
To add the edible gold:
Pick up a piece of gold leaf with a food-safe brush or tweezers. Gently place it onto the slightly melted surface of the popsicle. Choose whether you want to highlight the edges, create a scattered effect, or cover specific areas with gold. This allows for customization and creativity.
If using gold flakes, delicately sprinkle them onto the popsicles. If using gold dust, dip a food-safe brush into the dust and gently apply it to the popsicles.
Once you’ve added the desired amount of gold, return the popsicles to the freezer until they are fully solid again.
Notes
Serving size dependent on your popsicle mold size.