I love the sound of crickets on a hot afternoon. The smell of rain hitting a boiling hot road, or sunscreen left over on a beach towel. The feeling of standing up, and knowing you just left a puddle of sweat in your seat… mmm.

I remember whenever I’d come home from a long, hard, day at the beach, mum would be equipped with ice blocks. I’d always finish mine within about half a minute, and then steal my twin sister’s. Two decades on, not much has changed.

But we can all get sick of the same ol’ thing. This summer, it’s time to mix it up a little. Try somethingnew.

Here are five EASY and unbeatable frozen treats for this summer, that will make you feel like a kid all over again.

1. A banana dipped in chocolate and nuts

Excuse me, but this is very complicated (not) so it’s best you listen up.

You can serve them immediately, or wrap them up individually and freeze them for up to two weeks.

Chocolatey-banana-goodness. Image via iStock.

2. Put grapes...in the freezer

CALL ME NIGELLA LAWSON. This involves...

a) Buying grapes and...

b) Putting them in the freezer.

Frozen grapes is one of the best things about a hot day/life.

3. Frozen fruit cup

Okay, I really outdid myself with the frozen grapes so I will take a step back.

I think I could actually winMasterchefwith this outrageous recipe. It's so easy, but when they're ready, they look like you tried really hard.

Or you can make them with just one fruit, like blackcurrant. Image via iStock.

And most importantly, they taste delicious.

3. Strawberry-granola breakfastice blocks

In case you missed it, in summer you can totally eatyour breakfast frozen.Here's how you do it:

A frozen breakfast is perfect for summer. Image via iStock.

5. The Natural Confectionery Co. Jelly Pops

Don't have

time

to experiment with any recipes? Want to try something new and exciting?

Two words: Jelly. Pops.

The Natural Confectionery Co. has released a frozen treat with an edge. Jelly Pops (as a side note, 99 per cent of my childhood was spent on my nana's living room floor eating Fruit'n Yogurt Sticks... I'm actually drooling) come in two flavours; raspberry and blackcurrant. They have an icy shell like a normal ice block, but offer an incredible jelly flavoured centre. There's something I would have no idea how to do at home...

Given that it's Natural Confectionery Co., there are no artificial colours or flavours. Just lots of yummy goodness. It's the perfect treat for any kid...or adult...after a long day in the sweltering heat.

The Australian summer is all about having sand in your shoes, a little bit of sweat dripping down your back, mosquitoes getting in your grill, and a frozen treat in your hand to help you forget all about it.

What's your favourite icy treat? This post was written thanks to our brand partner Jelly Pops.