Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
By Marty Cole · March 30, 2026
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First time I ran this Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri through the Ninja Slushi, my wife claimed it was for quality control and then quality-controlled most of the pitcher. It comes out slushy and smooth, that exact poolside texture, with the lime keeping the strawberry from going syrupy sweet. The rum disappears a little too well, so pace yourself, this one's strictly 21 and up. Don't cut the simple syrup to be healthy, because sugar is what keeps it from freezing into a solid strawberry brick you have to chip at with a spoon.
Your machine size
Slushi 64 oz (Standard) · quantities scaled ×1
⚠️ Over the hard-spirit limit
~8.0 oz of 40% spirit exceeds the ~7.8 oz max for this batch size. Dilute or scale down the liquor.
Ingredients
- White Rum8 oz
- Strawberry Puree16 oz
- Fresh Lime Juice4 oz
- Simple Syrup6 oz
- Cold Water16 oz
- Fresh Strawberryoptional1 garnish
Makes ~52 oz · est. 6.4% ABV
Directions
- 1Blend the strawberries into a smooth puree.
- 2Stir the puree with rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and cold water in a pitcher.
- 3The added water keeps the alcohol moderate so it freezes properly.
- 4Pour the mixture into the Slushi vessel below the max line.
- 5Seal the lid and select the SPIKED SLUSH preset.
- 6Run about 38 minutes, then dispense and garnish with a strawberry.
Tips
- Pour your liquid base at room temperature into the Slushi bowl, then let the machine do the work for 20-60 minutes depending on your freezer temperature and desired thickness.
- For a smoother scoop, wait until the mixture reaches that soft-serve consistency rather than pulling the tap when it's still too liquid.
- Make sure your simple syrup is fully dissolved before pouring, so you get even freezing throughout the batch.
Variations
- Swap strawberry puree for fresh raspberries that you've mashed and strained, keeping the ratio the same for a berry blend.
- Use coconut rum instead of white rum and add a splash of coconut cream to the base for a creamier tropical version.
- Go lighter by replacing half the rum with sparkling water, then adjust your simple syrup up slightly to keep the sweetness balanced.
FAQ
- Can I use frozen strawberries instead of puree?
- Thaw them completely, strain out excess juice, and push them through a fine-mesh strainer to make puree. You want liquid going into the machine, not chunks.
- Why isn't my daiquiri getting slushy after an hour?
- Check that your freezer is cold enough, at least 0 degrees Fahrenheit. If it's warmer, the machine can't chill fast enough. Also make sure you're pouring liquid base only, no ice or frozen ingredients.
- Can I make this drink ahead of time?
- The slush consistency is best served right from the tap when it's done churning. If you pour it into a glass and freeze it, it'll turn into a hard popsicle rather than a drinkable slush.
- How do I make it less boozy?
- Reduce the rum to 2 ounces and add 2 extra ounces of cold water to keep the same batch size. You may want a bit more simple syrup to compensate for less rum flavor.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 4 servings · estimated
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Meet Marty Cole
I'm a home cook who got a little obsessed with the Ninja Slushi and Creami. I test every recipe in my own kitchen on a real machine, dial in the texture, and only post the ones my family actually finishes.
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