Description
This refreshing Raspberry Lemonade Slushie is a perfect summer drink combining fresh raspberries, zesty lemon juice, and a balanced sweetness, blended to a perfect icy slush. Ideal for cooling off on hot days, it’s easy to make, visually appealing, and customizable with fresh mint and fruit garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh raspberries (or frozen if out of season)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
Garnishes (Optional)
- Fresh mint leaves
- Additional raspberries
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare Raspberries: In a blender, add the 2 cups of fresh raspberries; if using frozen raspberries, add them directly without thawing.
- Extract Lemon Juice: Squeeze lemons to obtain 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Roll lemons on the countertop before cutting to maximize juice extraction, then strain to remove seeds and pulp.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the lemon juice and 1 cup granulated sugar to the blender with raspberries.
- Add Water: Pour in 4 cups of cold water to the blender.
- Blend Mixture: Blend on high speed until smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute, ensuring raspberries are pureed and sugar is dissolved.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and add more sugar if desired, blending again to incorporate.
- Chill Mixture: Pour raspberry lemonade mixture into a large pitcher or bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and meld flavors.
- Stir Chilled Mixture: Remove from refrigerator and stir well.
- Prepare Ice Blend: Place 2 cups of ice cubes in the blender (adjust based on desired slushiness).
- Blend Slushie: Pour about 2 cups of raspberry lemonade mixture over ice; blend on high until ice is crushed and slushy, approximately 30 seconds. Repeat if making in batches, adding more mixture if too thick.
- Serve: Pour the slushie into tall glasses for a beautiful presentation.
- Garnish: Add fresh mint leaves, extra raspberries, and lemon slices to glasses for an attractive finish.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve with colorful straws or spoons for a festive touch.
- Store Leftovers: If any slushie remains, store it in the freezer to maintain texture.
Notes
- Using frozen raspberries can work well year-round and will give the slushie extra chill.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste, especially if using sweeter or tarter lemons.
- For a thicker slushie, increase ice cubes or reduce water slightly.
- Serve immediately for best texture, as the slushie may melt over time.
- Leftover slushie is best stored in the freezer to prevent dilution.
