Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Slushies
A quick and refreshing homemade frozen strawberry lemonade slushie that balances sweet and tart flavors with an icy texture, perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or honey/agave syrup as a substitute)
- 1/2 cup cold water (or sparkling water for fizz)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse and hull about 2 cups of fresh strawberries. Freeze for 1-2 hours until firm but not rock hard for best texture. If using fresh berries, add extra ice cubes later.
- Roll lemons on the countertop and juice to get about 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice, removing any seeds.
- Add frozen strawberries, lemon juice, sugar (or sweetener), and cold water into a high-speed blender.
- Add 2 cups of ice cubes (start with 1 1/2 cups if using frozen strawberries and adjust for desired thickness).
- Pulse blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, scraping down sides as needed, until smooth and icy without big chunks.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar/honey or lemon juice, then blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately in chilled glasses, garnished with fresh mint or a lemon wheel if desired.
Notes
Freeze strawberries before blending for best icy texture. Use natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier option. Pulse blender in short bursts to keep ice crunchy. Serve immediately or keep in freezer for a few minutes if softened. Adjust ice amount depending on frozen or fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 12 oz (350 ml)
- Calories: 90110
- Sugar: 1822
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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