Nutmeg Free Strawberry Paletas
Bright, juicy, and refreshingly simple, these frozen strawberry pops are the kind of treat that tastes like pure summer. Fresh strawberries get blended with a quick homemade simple syrup, a squeeze of lime, and a pinch of salt — and if you're feeling adventurous, a little chili powder takes the whole thing somewhere unexpectedly addictive. Every single ingredient is clean and straightforward, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your freezer pop. Spice blends and store-bought frozen treats can hide all kinds of unwanted additions, but making these at home means you control exactly what goes in the mold. The lime juice brightens the strawberry flavor beautifully, and that optional chili powder adds a gentle warmth that lingers just long enough to keep you coming back for another bite. They're easy enough to make on a weeknight and impressive enough to pull out for a backyard gathering.
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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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