Gelatin Free Strawberry Paletas
These vibrant frozen pops are everything summer should taste like — bright, juicy strawberries blended with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt that makes the fruit flavor absolutely sing. A touch of chili powder is optional, but if you lean into it, you get that classic sweet-heat combo that takes a simple paleta from good to unforgettable. So many store-bought frozen treats sneak in gelatin as a stabilizer or texture agent, which makes finding a clean option genuinely frustrating. Here, the ingredient list is refreshingly short and completely plant-based — just fresh fruit, a quick homemade simple syrup, and a squeeze of citrus. The whole process comes together in a blender before going straight into the molds, so the effort is minimal even if the payoff looks impressive. A little patience during the freeze is all that stands between you and a perfectly smooth, jewel-toned pop that slides right out of the mold. These are the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in the freezer 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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