Spice Free Strawberry Paletas
These frozen fruit bars are the kind of summer treat that feels both refreshing and a little fancy, built almost entirely around ripe, juicy strawberries at their peak. The base is beautifully simple — fresh berries, a quick homemade simple syrup, a squeeze of bright lime juice, and just a pinch of salt to make the fruit flavor pop. The chili powder listed in the ingredients is completely optional and easy to leave out, so you get all the vibrant, fruity sweetness without any heat or spice whatsoever. That makes these a genuinely crowd-pleasing option for anyone who needs to keep things mild, including kids and spice-sensitive guests. Blending everything smooth and pouring it into molds is about as low-effort as frozen desserts get, and the result looks gorgeous on a stick. A quick run of warm water over the mold is all it takes to release them cleanly, and then they're ready to eat straight away.
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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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