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Raspados Recipe

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Learn how to make authentic raspados at home with fluffy shaved ice, homemade strawberry syrup, and traditional Mexican toppings. This refreshing Mexican shaved ice dessert is perfect for hot summer days and easy to customize with your favorite flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups ice cubes (For the Shaved Ice)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (For the Strawberry Syrup)
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (Optional Toppings)
  • 2 tbsp chamoy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Tajín seasoning
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 4 lime wedges
  • 1/4 cup mexican candy pieces, chopped

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Add strawberries, water, sugar, and lime juice to a medium saucepan.
    Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
    Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften.
    Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
    Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
    For a smoother syrup, strain through a fine mesh strainer.
    Refrigerate the syrup for at least 1 hour until completely chilled.
  2. Add ice cubes to a shaved ice machine.
    Process according to the manufacturer's instructions until the ice becomes light and fluffy.
  3. Divide the shaved ice evenly among 4 serving cups.
    Lightly pack the ice without compressing it.
    Spoon or drizzle the chilled strawberry syrup generously over each cup.
  4. Top with sweetened condensed milk, chamoy, Tajín, fresh mango, pineapple, shredded coconut, or your favorite toppings.
    Serve immediately for the best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 35mgFiber: 2gSugar: 54g

Notes

  • For authentic raspados, use finely shaved ice instead of crushed ice.
  • Homemade fruit syrup provides the best flavor.
  • The syrup can be made up to 1 week ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Try mango, pineapple, tamarind, coconut, or lime syrups for different flavor variations.

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