How to Make Watermelon-Mint Paletas - A Step-by-Step Guide

When summer temperatures start to soar, there's nothing quite as refreshing as indulging in a sweet and fruity treat. And what better way to cool down than with a homemade paleta? These Mexican-style ice pops are a beloved refreshment on hot days, and our Watermelon-Mint Paletas are sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Paletas, which are simply frozen popsicles, are incredibly versatile, and the combination of watermelon and mint creates a refreshing and light dessert that...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup white sugar, or to taste
  • 4 cups cubed, seeded watermelon
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 ice pops

  • Mix water and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Blend sugar syrup, watermelon, mint, lime juice, lime zest, and salt in a blender until liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour the mixture into 10 ice pop molds.
  • Freeze paletas for 2 hours and insert wooden sticks or handles into the molds; return to freezer and freeze until solid, 12 to 24 hours.
  • Nutrition

    58 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 59mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 72mg