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post #1 of 23
6/9/08 at 10:04pm
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It is hotter than hot here and I would just love to go buy a popsicle maker. But we don't generally use any sort of plastic for food. But then maybe cause it's a harder plastic it's ok? Anyone know????? Any ideas? It was 116 degrees in the sun here today and we live in the NORTH east. Ugh!! Ice cream is ok, but I'd prefer something with no sugar like an all fruit bar. Mmm....
post #2 of 23
6/10/08 at 12:38am
I was wondering the same thing. I just bought some Tupperware ones and I love them. I hope they are safe!
post #3 of 23
6/10/08 at 12:51am
I have Tupperware ones, as well, that a friend gave us. We love them, but when I emailed the company to inquire about the plastic numbers, I got some round-about answer about recycling and what-not and they never really answered my question:. Needless to say I won't be purchasing anything Tupperware in the future...maybe another email attempt is warranted; I'll let you know if they fess up or not

Peace and Blessings.
H
post #4 of 23
6/10/08 at 1:16am
I was wondering the same thing. I use them anyway, but I'd get another set if I knew of one that was better.
post #5 of 23
6/10/08 at 1:23am
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I'd like to know if there is a safer set out there too. I've been using a set I purchased at Target a year or two ago.
post #6 of 23
6/10/08 at 10:43am
i don't know, but we use them. the only other option i can see is using dixie cups and popsicle sticks, but then i'm throwing away dixie cups and popsicle sticks constantly and we really try to keep the amount of garbage we create to a minimum.

we make kefir or yogurt smoothies (a little fruit and some fruit juice) and freeze those in popsicle molds, and i let the kids eat as many as they want. yesterday they each had 3 so they don't stay in the molds for long!

also, from what i understand the biggest danger with plastics is when it is heated up as far as contaminating food, so it seems like sitting in the freezer it'd be pretty safe.

but i'll be watching this thread to see if anyone has any info on the safety, or a good alternative!
post #7 of 23
6/10/08 at 10:57am
We love ours. I make my oldests chocolate almond milk into pops too!!
post #8 of 23
6/10/08 at 11:05am
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We love ours. I make my oldests chocolate almond milk into pops too!!
That sounds yummy!: I might have to try that with chocolate rice milk. Thanks for the idea!
post #9 of 23
6/10/08 at 11:11am
Thread Starter 
Hmmm.... so no one really knows....

I actually did try the dixie cups and pospicle stick last year. Doesn't work too well as there is nothing to hold the sticks upright in the cups. I'd prefer that to plastic as at least it's not using petroleum and it's biodegradable and both the paper and wood are replenishable.

Grrr... I want popsicles but I don't want them in plastic. I know heat is worse, but I've heard that cold is bad too.

Hey, just thought of something... what about using siilicone muffin cups with popsicle sticks? Do you think that might be better? Does anyone know of anything wrong with silicone?
post #10 of 23
6/10/08 at 11:53am
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post #11 of 23
6/10/08 at 12:05pm
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Originally Posted by Attached Mama View Post
I actually did try the dixie cups and pospicle stick last year. Doesn't work too well as there is nothing to hold the sticks upright in the cups. I'd prefer that to plastic as at least it's not using petroleum and it's biodegradable and both the paper and wood are replenishable.
I think when you make them this way you're supposed to let them partially freeze, then add the popsicle stick. They should stand up that way. HTH! :
post #12 of 23
6/10/08 at 12:23pm
I don't think there's anything "wrong" w/ silicone. Just a quick google search and I found these:
http://www.amazon.com/SiliconeZone-P.../dp/B000G6U3V4
for anyone concerned about plastic.
post #13 of 23
6/10/08 at 12:56pm
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Originally Posted by FillingMyQuiver View Post
I don't think there's anything "wrong" w/ silicone. Just a quick google search and I found these:
http://www.amazon.com/SiliconeZone-P.../dp/B000G6U3V4
for anyone concerned about plastic.
Oh wow!! How cool! I will def be ordering some Thank you!!!
post #14 of 23
6/10/08 at 1:32pm
I don't know about the plastic, but it's a great idea! I vaguely remember my old auntie having a metal popsicle maker way back when. But I bet it was aluminum.

I love the idea of making healthy popsicles for the kiddos. I have a Target gift card burning a hole in my pocket...
post #15 of 23
6/10/08 at 1:32pm
oops, double post
post #16 of 23
6/10/08 at 8:24pm
I have a few of the Silicone Zone popsicle molds and they're great! I bought them when I was looking to ditch the plastic, too. Kids love having popsicles, and I love making them with healthy, stealthy stuff , so it's win/win.
post #17 of 23
6/11/08 at 11:48pm
Most popsicle molds are made from Polypropylene which is a safer plastic. Look for ones that say they are 100% PP or have a recycle code of number 5. Most of the cheap ones that I've found at Target, etc are PP.

HTH!
post #18 of 23
6/12/08 at 1:05am
We have those tovolo ones linked above, though I was thinking of getting silicone ones too. Maybe I don't need to now....
post #19 of 23
6/12/08 at 11:12am
Thread Starter 
thanks for the plastic info...

I ordered a set of the silicone ones already tho.

and hey, who says only "kids" love popsicles ?
post #20 of 23
6/12/08 at 11:07pm
I called Tovolo today and confirmed with them that all pieces of both their popsicle molds and their ice cream molds (which you can also use to mold hard boiled eggs) are polypropylene. They have a really cool rocket popsicle mold that I just bought.
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