Key Lime Daiquiri

Servings: 1

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Total Time: 10 Minutes

Equipment Needed:   Coupe, Martini, Margarita, or Goblet glasses, blender, bowl, knife, measuring utensils

Ingredients:

1-2 limes (or 4, plus lime wheel for serving

¾ cup cream of coconut

1-2 tablespoons cane sugar

Directions:

Lightly scrub limes, rinse, and pat dry. Cut ends off limes, then cut into quarters. Remove and discard white veiny interior. Transfer limes to a blender. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve and discard pulp. Garnish with lime wheel.

Heads Up: This Key Lime Daiquiri is rich and dessert-like, and the calorie count can be quite high—nearly 1,700 calories for one serving (1,693 to be exact). For reference, the average daily calorie intake is about 2,000 calories for women and 2,500 calories for men. Consider serving in smaller portions or sharing, as this mocktail is best enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than an everyday beverage.

*If you'd like a lighter version, add an equal amount of water to gently dilute the drink, reducing the calorie concentration by about half (800 calories) while still preserving the refreshing key lime taste.

As with all things, temperance brings balance and helps us enjoy good things in a mindful way.