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These Salted Spicy Watermelon Margarita Popsicles are the popsicle to have stashed away in your freezer at all times. Tequila mixed with a splash of orange liqueur, sweet watermelon, a touch of citrusy lime, and spicy jalapeños…all frozen into popsicles molds for a boozy pop. Add a layer of sweet kiwi fruit to the top to make these pops look just like a slice of watermelon. Finish each margarita ice pops off with a little flaky salt…and maybe a side margarita too.
Well, aren’t these kind of fun?
These tequila lime margarita popsicles were yet another last-minute idea that I knew I had to share before the upcoming July 4th celebrations…just one week from today. I actually wasn’t planning to share a new cocktail with you guys today. But when the idea for these pops came to mind…well, I just couldn’t resist sharing this easy recipe. These pops are just so fun and refreshing!
So with that, I’m keeping this post very short and sweet and leaving you with only the “need to know” details.
The very simple details.
These popsicle treats are EASY. And yes, I know many of you might be thinking tequila does not freeze – and you’re right. But when using a little bit of tequila mixed with liquids (watermelon juice + fresh lime juice) the pops are able to freeze solid. You’ll have a softer frozen popsicle, but it’s delicious this way.
Trust me.
Here’s how these go. Blend up some sweet summer watermelon with an entire spicy jalapeño to infuse these popsicles with spiciness. Then strain the mix to a pitcher. Now add a splash of tequila, orange liquor, lots of lime juice, and a little lime zest. Freeze the mix into ice pop molds, dixie cups, or snow cones, until just firm.
Now, blend up some kiwi with cucumbers and pour this sweet mix over the watermelon layer. This is our watermelon “rind”. Freeze again until solid.
And that’s it. SIMPLE.
Serve these popsicles with lots of flaky sea salt…and maybe even your favorite margarita cocktail alongside.
Want to omit the booze?
No problem! If you don’t enjoy alcohol or want to serve these to kids, feel free to omit the tequila and orange liquor. I would add a splash more citrus, like orange juice, grapefruit juice, or lemon juice. You might want to either omit the jalapeño or halve it, depending on how your kids feel about spice. Now you just have a really fun salty, spicy (maybe) watermelon popsicles.
Either way, these need to be stashed in your freezer all summer long….because you never know when you’ll need a salty, boozy, watermelon popsicle. Perfect for July 4th and just about every other summer day to follow. Have fun with these and enjoy!
Looking for other popsicle recipes? Here are some favorites:
Three Ingredient Strawberry Mango Popsicles
Peanut Butter Swirled Chocolate Fudge Popsicles
Hibiscus and Minty Watermelon Popsicles
Chocolate Coconut Latte Fudge Popsicles
Lastly, if you make this these salted spicy watermelon margarita popsicles, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Salted Spicy Watermelon Margarita Popsicles
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 jalapeño, halved and seeded, if desired, (optional)
- 2-6 tablespoons granulated sugar, using more or less to your taste
- 1/3 cup, plus 1 tablespoon tequila
- 2 tablespoon Cointreau (orange liquor), (orange liquor)
- 1/2 cup, plus 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 4 kiwi, peeled and chopped
- 2 Persian cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- 1. In a blender, blend the watermelon, jalapeño, and sugar. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher. Add the tequila, Cointreau, and 1/2 cup lime juice + lime zest, stirring to combine. Pour the mixture among 6 popsicle molds or Dixie cups. Freeze one hour.2. Rinse the blender out and blend the kiwi, cucumbers, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 tablespoon tequila, blend until smooth. Pour the kiwi over the watermelon layer, filling the molds to the top. Insert popsicles sticks. Freeze until firm, at least 4 hours. 3. Serve with lime wedges and salt...and maybe even a margarita too!
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Salted Spicy Watermelon Margarita Popsicles-
what is the recipe for just the watermelon margarita?
Hi Gisele,
This recipe is just for the popsicles:) You can use your favorite margarita recipe for serving! Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Hello! If I wanted to use bottled watermelon juice instead of watermelon chunks, how many cups of the liquid would I need?
Hey Ang,
It would be about 3 cups! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Where did you get the molds?
Hey Denise,
I just use snow cone cups. I hope you love the recipe! Cheers! xTieghan
Hi, Tieghan just dropping in to say ThankYou for the Peach Cream Pretzel Pie its delish but above all i MADE IT!
Thank you so much Sylvia! xTieghan
Well, so far the liquid form is delicious! I added an extra jalapeno and more tequila. Now they are in the freezer waiting to be toped with kiwi/cucumber mixture and a plastic spoon since we didn’t have popsicle sticks.
Thank you so much Christie!! I am really glad this recipe turned out so well for you!! xTieghan
You’re killing it, this watermelon margarita recipe is amazing and I am loving it. Thank you and so much for sharing the recipe.
Thank you Albertina! xTieghan
You just put together in one recipe two things I really adore: WATERMELON and MARGARITA <3
Miki x
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Thank you Miki!! xTieghan
Hi! I love ALL of your recipes!! You’re the best!! How would I make this a cocktail instead of into popsicles ? Thanks ❤️
Hi Len,
I would just pour the mixture over ice or blend for a slushy drink. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Wow so pretty & creative!!!! I’m guessing you used the paper snow cones for the mold. What did you use in the freezer to keep them upright and not spill out? Looking forward to making these!!!
Hi Dana,
I just put them in a container balancing them so they didn’t fall but you can always use Dixie cups with a flat bottom. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Love your use of watermelon this year. Keep it up! What a hit!
Thank you Kate! xTieghan
Just had a watermelon margarita for a cocktail and this is a genius idea for the hot summer. Where did you find the wide mouth molds? The traditional molds are often hard to fill. Thanks in advance.
Hey!
I just used snow cone wrappers for the molds! I hope you love the recipe! xTieghan