Reader Question: Why not use glass as ice pop molds

Recently, on the post 32 Unique Homemade Popsicle Recipes & Ideas someone asked:

“Instead of using plastic molds, why not try making your iceblocks in shot glasses or other containers.”

First of all, many ice pop molds are plastic (not cool), but you can also get molds made of silicone which is a much better option than plastic. Also, in the grand scheme of things, a good set of ice pop molds will save eco-resources over time so I’d rather use plastic molds than none at all.

WHY NOT USE SHOT GLASSES?

If you’ve ever stuck a glass in the freezer, with liquid in it, then you know what a pain it is to remove said liquid from the glass. I have an eight year old who one, would never be able to get an ice pop out of a glass by himself, and two, that’s dangerous. If you hold the glass under hot water to unfreeze it, you’re messing with a hazard. Glass, when exposed back and fourth to heat and cold can break.

WHY NOT USE OTHER CONTAINERS?

You could, if you’ve got some. I suppose yogurt cups would make ok ice pops, but they’d make super wide ice pops, too big for most kiddos, and you’d have to buy some sort of stick so you’re looking at more resources used and more costs involved. With true ice pop molds, you get the mold and stick all included.

In the end, basic ice pop molds, while not perfect are safer than glass and do save money, time, and resources.

What are your thoughts? Do you make homemade ice pops?