Watermelon Lime Frozen Bars (Printable)
Cool, vibrant frozen treats blending sweet watermelon with zesty lime for refreshing summer desserts.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit & Juice
01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 3-4 limes)
03 - 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
→ Sweetener
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or honey/agave for natural sweetener)
→ Optional Garnishes
05 - 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
06 - Lime wedges (for serving)
# How to Make It:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a blender, combine watermelon cubes, lime juice, lime zest, and sugar. Blend until completely smooth.
03 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or lime to preference.
04 - Pour the puree into the prepared pan. Tap gently to level.
05 - Freeze for 4 hours, or until firm.
06 - Lift the frozen mixture with the parchment, and cut into bars with a sharp knife.
07 - Garnish with fresh mint and lime wedges before serving, if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These bars taste like summer captured in frozen form, with that perfect balance of sweet watermelon and bright lime that wakes up your whole mouth
- They are incredibly forgiving and come together in minutes, but people will think you planned something fancy for dessert
02 -
- These bars soften quickly at room temperature, so keep them frozen until the moment you are ready to serve them
- If your watermelon is not very sweet, increase the sugar to 2/3 cup, otherwise the frozen bars will taste bland and watery
03 -
- Run your knife under hot water and dry it between cuts for the cleanest edges
- Use a flexible silicone pan if you have one, the bars pop out incredibly easily