For when you’re craving a cocktail that can cool you off in the summer heat, this Frozen Watermelon Daiquiri is the answer, taking almost no time to prepare (and with just a handful of ingredients)!
Living in Europe, all of our kitchen appliances are pretty small. Small oven, small fridge, small freezer, you get the point. And despite having a pretty small freezer, there is one thing I insist on having in the freezer at all times.
Slushies. Cocktail slushies, to be specific. The alcohol prevents the slushy from freezing completely, meaning you can scoop up a refreshing treat whenever you want (or need). Today’s slush? Frozen Watermelon Daiquiri!
This daiquiri finds its roots in my food hoarding. Despite having that previously mentioned tiny freezer, I tend to freeze all leftovers. I hate the idea of throwing away food, so our freezer is packed with an array of chopped vegetables and fruits for use in future stir fries or banana breads or smoothies.
Obviously watermelon, which always gives you way more fruit that you expect or need, takes up a considerable amount of space in said freezer. But frozen watermelon is exactly what we need for these daiquiris!
To make these Frozen Watermelon Daiquiris, just throw frozen watermelon into a blender along with some Malibu, lime juice and sugar. Blend until smooth and you’re good to go! You can store leftovers in a freezer-safe container or baggie for tasty slushies anytime.
More frozen treats you’ll love
- Loaf Pan Popsicles
- The Ultimate Guide to Homemade Popsicles
- Buttermilk Lemon Thyme Popsicles
- Mint Chocolate Popsicles
- Watermelon Granita
- Check out our cookbook, For the Love of Popsicles!
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon 600 g, previously chopped and frozen
- ½ cup Malibu rum 120 mL
- 2 to 4 Tbsp sugar to taste
- 2 Tbsp lime juice 30 mL
Instructions
- Blend: Add all ingredients to a blender and blitz until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to evenly combine.
Tips & Tricks
- To freeze watermelon, lay chopped pieces on a parchment paper-lined sheet in a single layer. Freeze until hard, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or baggie until you need them.
- Store leftover Watermelon Daiquiri in the freezer in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
This recipe first appeared over on Amanda’s Cookin’, where I’m a contributor.
Andria says
I believe I am going to try this next weekend. I am going to try it with Caribbean rum instead of the Malibu rum. I have the Caribbean on hand and don’t know that I’d like the coconut flavor in this drink.
Sarah says
Sounds delicious! Enjoy! 😀