Inxens Popsicle Holders for Kids, 2 Cat Drip Catchers

What is a popsicle drip catcher?

A popsicle drip catcher is a small tray that holds an ice pop by its stick and catches the juice as it melts, so less ends up on hands, sleeves and seats. This pack has two cat-shaped holders, one bright yellow and one green. Each is about 3.6 x 2.8 in (9 x 7 cm) and weighs just over an ounce, a size kids and toddlers can grip.

Which pops fit

Each holder has two slot widths. The wide slot grips the flat sticks on store-bought pops and fruit bars; the narrow slot holds the thin sticks from homemade ice pop molds. Using the matching slot keeps the pop standing upright instead of sliding or tipping.

How to use it

1. Unwrap the pop and fit its stick into the matching slot, so the basin sits under the frozen part.
2. Hand it over. Your child holds the holder, and drips land in the basin instead of running down the stick.
3. When the treat is finished, tip out the juice and rinse.

As with any snack, stay nearby while toddlers eat frozen treats.

Where it helps

Couch snacks, car rides, picnics, pool days, backyard playdates and kids' birthday parties, where a tray of pops melts at once. Two holders in different colors means siblings or friends each get their own, and both store flat in a bag or drawer. For extra cover at snack time, add disposable arm sleeves for kids.

Drip catcher vs popsicle sleeve

A sleeve wraps around the treat and holds the drips against it. This holder is a rigid plastic tray: it catches liquid in a basin instead of soaking it up, so there is no soggy napkin or wet fabric afterward. It is not a popsicle mold, so homemade pops still need a separate mold.

Cleaning

Rinse under running water after each treat, or wash on the top rack of the dishwasher. Shake out the slots before storing so no water sits inside. Find more kitchen helpers in kitchen and baking.