Brazil Nut Free Strawberry Paletas
Bright, juicy, and just a little tangy, these frozen strawberry pops are the kind of treat that tastes like pure summer. Fresh strawberries get blended with a homemade simple syrup, a squeeze of lime, and a pinch of salt for a flavor that's way more complex than anything you'd grab from the freezer aisle. If you like a little heat, a dash of chili powder takes the whole thing to another level — sweet, tart, and subtly spicy all at once. The ingredient list is refreshingly short and completely straightforward, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. You can even leave the texture a little chunky by pulsing the blender and folding in a few strawberry pieces by hand, which makes each bite feel extra fresh and homemade. Just pour into molds, freeze overnight, and run them under warm water to pop them out clean. These are the kind of effortless, crowd-pleasing pops you'll want to make on repeat all season long.
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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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