Yeast Free Strawberry Paletas
These frozen fruit bars are the kind of treat that tastes like pure summer — bright, juicy strawberry flavor with a hit of tangy lime and just enough salt to make every lick more interesting. The optional chili powder adds a subtle warmth that sneaks up on you in the best way, turning a simple popsicle into something you'd find at a street cart in Mexico City. Because the whole recipe is built around fresh strawberries, a quick homemade simple syrup, and a handful of pantry staples, there's nothing to second-guess on the ingredient list — no hidden additives, no fermented components, just clean and straightforward fruit. Blending everything smooth means you get a silky, vibrant pop, though a few reserved strawberry chunks stirred in before freezing give it a more rustic, homemade feel. The hardest part is honestly just waiting for them to freeze solid overnight. Once they're ready, a quick run of warm water over the molds and they slide right out — glossy, jewel-red, and completely irresistible on a hot day.
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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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