Blend 250 grams (8.8 ounces) of strawberries with 60 ml (2 ounces) of white rum, 60 ml (2 ounces) of lime juice, 60 ml (2 ounces) of simple syrup, and a handful of mint leaves until smooth. Pour into popsicle molds, insert sticks, freeze for at least four hours. That is it. These don’t last long here.
The rum prevents the popsicles from freezing rock solid. They stay slightly soft, which means you can bite into them without waiting for them to thaw. The mint blends in completely but you taste it on every lick, herbal and cool behind the strawberry and lime.
Tips for Making Spiked Strawberry Popsicles
Blend until completely smooth
Any chunks of strawberry or mint leaf will freeze into hard, icy bits. Blend for at least thirty seconds, longer if your blender is weak. The mixture should be a uniform pink liquid.
Taste before pouring. Adjust the simple syrup if needed. Remember that freezing dulls sweetness, so the mixture should taste slightly sweeter than you want the finished popsicle.
Keep the rum to two ounces
Two ounces of rum is enough to keep the popsicles slightly soft. More than that and they will not freeze solid enough to hold on a stick.
If you want a stronger rum flavor without affecting the texture, use a dark rum instead of white. The flavor is more concentrated.
Spiked Strawberry Popsicles — Mojito Style
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 6 popsicles
Description
These Strawberry Mojito Popsicles are a refreshing summer treat, combining the fruity flavors of strawberries and lime with a hint of mint, and can be spiked with rum for an adult twist.
Ingredients
- 250g (8.8 ounces) strawberries
- 60ml (2 ounces) white rum
- 60ml (2 ounces) lime juice
- 60ml (2 ounces) simple syrup
- Handful of mint leaves
Instructions
- Blend strawberries, rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and mint leaves until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
- Insert sticks and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
Notes
- Leave out the rum for a non-alcoholic version.
- The popsicles keep in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Adjust the simple syrup to taste if you want them sweeter.
- Add a few more mint leaves for a more pronounced mint flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these without alcohol?
Yes. Skip the rum and add two extra ounces of simple syrup or juice. The popsicles will freeze harder, so let them sit for a minute before eating.
How long do they take to freeze?
At least four hours. Overnight is best. The exact time depends on your freezer and the size of your molds. They are ready when solid but still slightly soft when pressed.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes. Thaw them first and drain any excess liquid. Frozen strawberries work fine in the blender and taste the same once frozen into popsicles.
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So fun for a party and so delicious! Went easy on the rum so they froze up.
I cut the rum back and they finally set solid.
Yes please!
Spiked strawberry Popsicles looks so sweet. Would really want to taste it.