Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Granita (Printable)

A vibrant frozen blend of strawberries, lime zest, and rum, served chilled for a refreshing summer delight.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - Zest of 1 lime
03 - 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, approximately 2 to 3 limes

→ Sweetener

04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar

→ Spirits

05 - 1/4 cup white rum

→ Garnish

06 - Fresh mint leaves
07 - Extra strawberry slices
08 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Combine strawberries, lime zest, lime juice, and sugar in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
02 - Add white rum to the strawberry mixture and blend briefly to combine thoroughly.
03 - Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish or metal pan, spreading it in an even layer.
04 - Freeze for 1 hour. After 1 hour, use a fork to scrape and break up any ice crystals forming around the edges.
05 - Return to the freezer and scrape with a fork every 30 minutes for approximately 3 more hours, until a fluffy, icy texture is achieved.
06 - Scoop the granita into dessert cups and garnish each serving with mint, strawberry slices, or lime wedges as desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes of active prep, then the freezer does the work
  • Light and refreshing with a boozy kick perfect for warm weather
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly
  • Impressive presentation with minimal effort
  • Easily customizable for non-alcoholic versions or flavor swaps
02 -
  • Use the ripest strawberries you can find for maximum natural sweetness
  • Zest the lime before juicing to make the process easier
  • A metal pan freezes faster than glass or ceramic
  • Don't skip the scraping steps—they're essential for the signature texture
  • Make ahead and store in the freezer for up to one week; just re-scrape before serving
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