Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Granita (Printable Version)

Chilled strawberry and lime blend with rum forms a light, icy treat perfect for warm days.

# 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, optional
07 - Extra strawberry slices, optional
08 - Lime wedges, optional

# Directions:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Incredibly refreshing with a perfect balance of sweet strawberries and tangy lime
  • Easy to make with just a blender and a fork—no ice cream maker needed
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, accommodating various dietary needs
  • The addition of rum gives it a sophisticated, adult twist perfect for entertaining
  • Visually stunning presentation that impresses guests every time
  • Can be made ahead and stored in the freezer, making it ideal for parties
02 -
  • Chill your serving cups in the freezer for 15 minutes before serving to keep the granita frozen longer
  • Use a metal pan for faster, more even freezing—metal conducts cold better than glass or plastic
  • Set a timer for your scraping intervals to achieve the perfect fluffy texture consistently
  • Make a double batch and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks—just scrape with a fork before serving
  • For the most intense flavor, let your strawberries macerate with the sugar for 10 minutes before blending
  • Add a tiny pinch of salt to the mixture before freezing to enhance all the flavors
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