My single pop maker is barely freezing the third pop. Can I put zoku on the freezer to try to freeze last Pop?
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I've never tried to make more than 2 batches of pops. I had the 3 pop maker so it was never necessary. My guess is that if you are having difficulty freezing a third batch, putting the Zoku in the freezer will eventually cause it to freeze but it probably won't be much faster than freezing pops in a conventional mold. I.e. it could take hours. The Zoku might actually make the freezing process longer because the cold from the freezer has to get through the Zoku before it gets to the pop.
498683
The best way that works for me is to place in freezer for 1 minute and handle carefully when removing backing but it should pop right off. Since different types of frosting may be used by different sellers you may want to contact the seller you purchased from.
1658081
simple ice trays and btw it doesn't work too well either, it takes forever for anything to freeze completely..we have ice pops for the kids that I put in about a week ago and they are still not frozen.
1579684
These are easy peasy. Just put in whatever you want to freeze and stick in freezer. The lids keep the liquid from spilling out unlike cups or trays that may get knocked over in a freezer. When ready to eat just push up and the frozen stuff comes out the top. Not as messy as popcicles and you can put just about anything in them. My friends kids love to put their favorite soda pop in them.
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I found a near perfect/better replacement. Ring Pops leftover plastic ring! My kids left one in the car and it looked the same size as the sticks in the Zoku, so I tried it. I have to fill the individual mold with a little more liquid because they are just a tad bigger and the part of the ring that would seat in the pop while freezing isn't as long but the result is a little larger pop when finished, the kids fight over the ring pop one, so I am saving them from any Ring Pops they acquire in the future. Now, before anyone says Ring Pops are unhealthy, I bought a bag of 4 at Dollar General for a dollar and you can smash the candy with a hammer and have 4 sticks for a buck. Actually enhances the product and it might be a new design for Zoku to turn them into rings as my kids love it. Hope this helps.
2266861
It's a squeeze pop. No sticks. Fill, cap, freeze, remove cap, push from bottom, enjoy :)
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I had the same problem at first and even broke one tray. Then I read that others run warm water on the back (with the lid on) just enough to loosen the frozen cubes. Once loose, simply press one end of the cube and it should slip out. I store the cubes in a ziplock bag in the freezer.
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The temp is not adjustable. It varies only by room temp. I don't believe it would freeze soda pop. I have had milk in there, and it did not freeze.
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No I cannot. I tried the popsicle maker 3 x and each time mine came out a mess that I donated 2 of them to Habitat for Humanity. I advise not to waste your money!
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We typically let ours freeze overnight and that works best. It does not work if it's only in the freezer for an hour or two.
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I have been able to get about an 80% success rate by doing the following: Use distilled water, not even bottled or tap, but distilled. Get yourself a small lunchbox cooler. Place some crumpled newspapers in the bottom of the cooler, place the mold in there and cover with more newspaper. Place the whole thing in the freezer. I think what's happening is that the ice freezes too fast and crystals form causing the ball to crack. By insulating it when you freeze it, it cools slower and less crystals form (or something like that). But by doing this, I have had a better success rate than just placing it in the freezer. Also, I think the distilled water helps and makes more clear looking balls. I have been able to get about an 80% success rate by doing the following: Use distilled water, not even bottled or tap, but distilled. Get yourself a small lunchbox cooler. Place some crumpled newspapers in the bottom of the cooler, place the mold in there and cover with more newspaper. Place the whole thing in the freezer. I think what's happening is that the ice freezes too fast and crystals form causing the ball to crack. By insulating it when you freeze it, it cools slower and less crystals form (or something like that). But by doing this, I have had a better success rate... » Read More I have been able to get about an 80% success rate by doing the following: Use distilled water, not even bottled or tap, but distilled. Get yourself a small lunchbox cooler. Place some crumpled newspapers in the bottom of the cooler, place the mold in there and cover with more newspaper. Place the whole thing in the freezer. I think what's happening is that the ice freezes too fast and crystals form causing the ball to crack. By insulating it when you freeze it, it cools slower and less crystals form (or something like that). But by doing this, I have had a better success rate than just placing it in the freezer. Also, I think the distilled water helps and makes more clear looking balls. « Show Less
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Make sure you froze them long enough. And when getting them out, run under warm water for 30 seconds at a time and shimmy the popsicle out. Hope that helps!
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Yes, freezing is probably the best way to maintain their products. They come double bagged too. Occasionally I've had problems separating slices of the frozen multigrain bread but none with the sourdough or white bread. All are great toasted!
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I used hot water so it would be quicker. I put it in the freeze before bed around midnight and at 6am it was frozen solid. I love them!
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I have pureed and frozen both and found that both can pop out easily. However, I found when I use less water in the puree process prior to freezing, the frozen puree doesn't become as solid and is stickier and then I have a harder time removing them from the tray. Ultimately though, silicon is the easiest and if I happen to use not enough water (assuming that I'm going to add some in the steaming/thawing process) and it's very sticky putty consistency, I just take a spoon (or my clean fingers) and scoop it out, something I can't do with any other container.
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To be honest I took one bite and threw the rest out. =") Would double wraping it in foil and then a zip lock freezer bag work? Squeeze the air out of it maybe?
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After running under warm water -- an InstaHot works great by the way (for adults, anyway) -- give the mold a good squeeze on the sides to "break the seal" and then pull the pop out. Works like a charm.