There's nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day than a fruity margarita--except maybe Layered Margarita Popsicles! These even-more-refreshing alcoholic popsicles are the perfect way to enjoy the summer sun. My homemade ice pops combine three flavors: strawberry, peach, and lime. They're perfect for Cinco de Mayo!
4strawberriesblended in a food processor to create very small pieces
1cupstrawberry juice blendNaked brand Berry Blast recommended
1tablespoontequilaCamarena Tequila recommended
1tablespoonagave nectar
½tablespoonfresh lime juice
For the White Peach Section
1white peachblended in a food processor to create very small pieces
1cuplemon-lime sodasuch as Diet Sierra Mist
1tablespoontequilaCamarena Tequila recommended
1tablespoonagave nectar
½tablespoonfresh lime juice
For the Lime Section
3tablespoonsfrozen limeade concentrate
1cup water
½tablespoonagave nectar
1tablespoontequilaCamarena Tequila recommended
Instructions
Combine the ingredients for each section in 3 separate cups or containers.
4 strawberries, 1 cup strawberry juice blend, 1 tablespoon tequila, 1 tablespoon agave nectar, ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 white peach, 1 cup lemon-lime soda, 1 tablespoon tequila, 1 tablespoon agave nectar, ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice, 3 tablespoons frozen limeade concentrate, 1 cup water, ½ tablespoon agave nectar, 1 tablespoon tequila
Spoon ⅙ of strawberries into each popsicle mold. Pour ⅙ of strawberry margarita mixture into each popsicle mold, pouring to about ⅓ of the way up the popsicle mold. Allow this section to freeze for at least 2 hours before proceeding to next section.
After the strawberry section has been in the freezer for at least 2 hours, spoon ⅙ of the fresh peaches into each mold. Pour ⅙ of the peach margarita mixture into each mold, this time the molds will be filled about ⅔ of the way up. Allow this section to freeze for at least 2 hours before proceeding to the final section.
After the peach section has been in the freezer for at least 2 hours, top with lime margarita mixture. If desired, cut small lime pieces to place at the top of each popsicle. Freeze for at least 2 hours or until completely frozen through. Enjoy!
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Notes
An ice pop mold is the easiest and least expensive way to make popsicles. Molds typically make between six and eight three-ounce ice pops. Some include the sticks, which is very convenient.
Give yourself extra time if you want to create layered ice pops. For a well-defined line between flavors, each layer needs to set completely before adding the next layer. If you want softer lines, add the second layer when the first is only partially frozen. Keep the ingredients chilled in between layers for a faster freeze.
Submerge the mold halfway in lukewarm water for about 30 seconds to release the frozen pops.
Stick to one teaspoon of tequila per popsicle layer. If you use more than a teaspoon of booze per pop, they simply won't freeze. The stick will slide right out and you'll have to dig all that good stuff out with a spoon.