Chestnut Free Strawberry Paletas
Few things hit harder on a hot day than a fruit popsicle made with real, fresh ingredients — and these strawberry paletas deliver exactly that. Ripe strawberries are blended with a homemade simple syrup, bright lime juice, and a pinch of salt for a frozen treat that tastes genuinely vibrant, not like something from a plastic wrapper. A touch of chili powder is optional but absolutely worth considering if you like that sweet-heat contrast that makes Mexican-style paletas so addictive. The whole process is beautifully straightforward: make a quick syrup, blend everything together, pour into molds, and let the freezer do the rest. Because every ingredient here is whole and easy to verify, there's no need to squint at a label or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your frozen dessert. The result is a clean, jewel-red popsicle with a texture you can customize — silky smooth or slightly chunky, depending on how long you run the blender. These are the kind of homemade treats that disappear fast, so consider doubling the batch.
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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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