Alpha Gal Friendly Strawberry Paletas
Bright, juicy, and refreshingly simple, these frozen fruit bars are the kind of summer treat that feels indulgent without any of the usual ingredient concerns. The whole recipe is built around fresh strawberries, lime juice, and a quick homemade simple syrup — nothing processed, nothing hidden, nothing that comes from mammalian sources. That matters a lot when store-bought frozen novelties so often contain dairy, gelatin, or other animal-derived additives that can be tricky to avoid. Here, you control every single ingredient from start to finish. A pinch of salt deepens the strawberry flavor beautifully, and the optional chili powder adds a subtle kick that makes these feel genuinely special rather than just "safe." The blender does most of the work, and a little patience in the freezer is all that stands between you and a perfectly smooth, tangy paleta. Run warm water over the molds for a few seconds and they slide right out — clean, vibrant, and ready to eat.
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8 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the paletas
- 1 ½ lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- ¼ tsp chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Add the strawberries, cooled simple syrup, lime juice, salt, and chili powder (if using) to a blender. Blend until smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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