Light Strawberry Daiquiri Slushies (Printable)

A low-calorie blend of strawberries, lime, and rum for a fresh, icy summer cocktail alternative.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled

→ Citrus

02 - 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, approximately 2 limes

→ Spirits

03 - 1/2 cup white rum

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, to taste, optional

→ Other

05 - 2 cups ice cubes
06 - 1/4 cup cold water as needed

# Directions:

01 - Add strawberries, lime juice, white rum, and optional sweetener to a blender.
02 - Add ice cubes and blend until smooth and slushy. If the mixture is too thick, add cold water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness as needed based on strawberry ripeness and personal preference.
04 - Pour into chilled glasses and serve immediately, garnishing with strawberry slices or a lime wedge if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal prep and no cooking required
  • Naturally light with only 85 calories per serving—no added sugar needed
  • Fresh, fruity flavor from ripe strawberries and zesty lime juice
  • Vegan and gluten-free, perfect for a variety of dietary preferences
  • Easily customizable with optional sweeteners or non-alcoholic variations
  • Ideal for summer entertaining, poolside sipping, or outdoor gatherings
02 -
  • Adjust sweetness depending on the ripeness of your strawberries—taste before adding any sweetener
  • Use frozen strawberries for a thicker, frostier texture without watering down the flavor
  • Add cold water gradually, just a tablespoon at a time, to control the consistency
  • Garnish with fresh mint for extra aroma and a pop of color
  • For non-alcoholic versions, omit rum and add coconut water or sparkling water
  • Double-check sweetener and rum labels for cross-contamination if serving guests with specific allergen needs
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