Easy Sugar Free Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri with Fresh Strawberries

If you love the idea of kicking back with a frosty drink in hand, but cringe at the thought of all the sugar lurking in those neon-colored store-bought mixes, you’re in for a treat today. This Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri is all about fresh strawberries, zesty lime juice, a splash of light rum (or none at all if you want to keep it alcohol-free), and a homemade sugar-free simple syrup that sweetens things up without the crash.

Think of this as the daiquiri you’d want to sip poolside, on the patio, or honestly, on your couch—because sometimes that’s where the best “vacations” happen anyway.

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• Luscious Lemon Strawberry Shortcake
• Strawberry Fennel Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette
• Strawberry Feta Salad with Balsamic Glaze
• Refreshing Strawberry Spinach Salad

Why Make a Daiquiri at Home?

The daiquiris you get at restaurants or buy pre-mixed at the store are usually loaded with refined sugar, artificial colors, and who knows what else. They’re bright, sure—but they’re also a sugar bomb that can leave you feeling not-so-great later.

This homemade version skips all that nonsense. You get to taste actual strawberries—sweet, tangy, and juicy—blended with fresh lime juice and a splash of light rum for that classic tropical vibe. And if you’re watching your sugar intake or just want to keep things a bit lighter, the monk fruit simple syrup does the trick without the sugar rush.

The Secret to a Balanced Sweetness, Sugar-Free Simple Syrup

First up, let’s talk about the sugar-free simple syrup.

Normally, simple syrup is exactly that: simple. It’s just a 1:1 mix of white sugar and water, simmered until the sugar dissolves. But here, we’re swapping the refined sugar for a powdered monk fruit sweetener, which is a natural sugar substitute that doesn’t spike blood sugar but still adds that sweet punch.

For this recipe, you’ll actually use a 1:2 ratio—one part monk fruit sweetener to two parts water. Why? Because monk fruit can taste quite sweet, so you don’t need as much of it to get that perfectly balanced sweetness. The result is a light, mellow syrup that plays beautifully with the strawberries and lime.

How To Make This Strawberry Daquiri

Step-By-Step Guide:

Make the Simple Syrup

Combine the monk fruit sweetener and water in a small skillet or saucepan. Stir to dissolve, then heat over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, just until the sweetener is completely dissolved. No need to boil—just melt it together. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Blend the Daiquiri

Grab your blender and toss in the hulled strawberries, fresh lime juice, rum (or water for the mocktail), and a quarter cup of the cooled simple syrup. Blend until smooth and luscious.

Add Ice for that Frosty Finish

While the blender’s still going, drop in the ice cubes a few at a time until the mixture turns into that perfect slushy consistency. Pop the lid off, give it a taste—if you want it sweeter, add a splash more simple syrup and blend again for 30 seconds.

Serve & Sip

Pour into glasses (bonus points if they’re chilled!) and garnish with a lime wheel or a fresh strawberry perched on the rim. Sip immediately—preferably somewhere sunny, but your couch works too.

Tips & Tricks for the Best Daiquiri Ever

• Use ripe strawberries: The sweeter your berries, the better your daiquiri. If your berries are a little tart, you might want to add a touch more simple syrup.
• Chill your glasses: A quick trick that makes homemade cocktails feel a little fancier—pop your glasses in the freezer while you’re prepping the syrup.
• Adjust to your taste: This recipe is super flexible. Like it more tart? Add an extra squeeze of lime. Want it boozier? Splash in another ounce of rum (I won’t tell).
• Go alcohol-free: Seriously, the mocktail version is just as refreshing. It’s basically a grown-up slushie—kids love it too.

Next time you’re craving something cool and refreshing, skip the store-bought mix and blend up this Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri instead. It’s ridiculously easy, so fresh, and honestly, you’ll probably never want to go back to the bottled stuff again.

So grab some strawberries, squeeze some limes, and pull that blender out of the cupboard. You’ve got a mini vacation waiting—right in your glass. Cheers!