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Homemade Slushie Recipe

This Easy Slushie Recipe uses just 4 ingredients and is the perfect way to cool down all summer long! Ready in under 5 minutes and full of flavor thanks to the addition of drink powder, like Kool-Aid!
Course Drink Recipes
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 99kcal
Author Jesseca

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups lemon lime soda
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon powdered drink mix like Kool-Aid
  • 3-4 cups of ice

Instructions

  • Pour your soda of choice into the blender. Add in the sugar and powdered drink mix. Toss in 1 cup of ice to help it start blending smoothly.
  • Secure the lid and pulse the mixture for about 30 seconds, or until the sugar dissolves and everything is well combined.
  • Add 2 to 3 additional cups of ice (depending on how thick you want it) and blend again. This may take another 30–60 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed to help everything blend evenly.
  • The mixture should look thick and icy—similar to a gas station slushie. If it’s too thin, toss in another handful of ice and blend again.
  • Pour the slushie into two glasses and serve right away. Enjoy it as-is or dress it up with straws, fresh fruit, or even a splash of extra soda on top.

Notes

Here’s how to adapt it for the Ninja Slushie Machine:
  1. Stir together the soda, sugar, and drink mix until the sugar dissolves
  2. Pour the mixture into your Ninja slushie machine
  3. Process according to your machine’s slushie setting until thick and icy
A quick tip: Carbonated soda can foam or affect the texture in some machines. For best results, let your soda sit for a few minutes so it goes slightly flat before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Sodium: 40mg | Sugar: 25g