Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Granita (Print Version)

Icy blend of strawberries, lime, and rum frozen to a fluffy granita texture.

# 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

# How to Make It:

01 - In a blender, combine strawberries, lime zest, lime juice, and sugar. Blend until completely smooth.
02 - Add white rum to the strawberry mixture and blend briefly to combine.
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, scraping 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. Garnish each serving with mint, strawberry slices, or lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Incredibly refreshing with bright, natural fruit flavors and a hint of rum
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, accommodating various dietary preferences
  • Simple technique requiring just a blender and fork—no fancy equipment needed
  • Perfect for entertaining with its elegant presentation and vibrant color
  • Can easily be made non-alcoholic for family-friendly gatherings
02 -
  • Use the ripest strawberries you can find for maximum natural sweetness and vibrant color
  • Fresh lime juice is essential—bottled juice won't deliver the same bright, zesty flavor
  • A metal pan conducts cold better than glass or ceramic, resulting in faster, more even freezing
  • Scrape from the outside edges toward the center, where ice crystals form first
  • Make this up to 3 days ahead; just re-fluff with a fork before serving if it compacts in the freezer
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