Watermelon Slushie
With just three ingredients, this Watermelon Slushie recipe is easy to make and healthier than slushes from the drive-thru!
Nothing says summer more than biting into a nice, juicy slice of watermelon. Last month when the temperatures were too hot to handle, we spent some time in the kitchen coming up with fun new drinks.
Watermelon Slushie
My kids' favorites were the Jamba Juice Caribbean Passion Copycat drinks and the Copycat Sonic Slush. Mine was this watermelon slush.
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Watermelon Slush
We LOVE slushes. The only downfall to these cool drinks is the sugar content. While researching for our Copy Cat Sonic Slushes with Pop Rocks, I found out that the restaurant uses 5 pounds of sugar for every gallon of water. FIVE POUNDS!
This watermelon slush is just as tasty, if not tastier, and only has ½ cup sugar per batch; and each batch makes 3-5 servings depending on size. I feel a whole lot better about letting my kids drink this version, obviously.
If you like Watermelon in other forms, you should try this Watermelon Feta Salad or Fresh Watermelon Cake too.
Watermelon Slushie Recipe Ingredients
The best thing about this slush is how simple it is to make. Other than cutting the watermelon to freeze, my kids can make it themselves. All you need is:
- Watermelon
- Sugar
- Lemon Juice
- Water
How to Make Watermelon Slush Recipe
Simply place all your ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Best if served immediately.
Watermelon Slushy Pro Tips:
- To make prep for these slushes easy, I like to buy a second watermelon when they're on sale (or when they are $4.99 at Costco) and dice up the extra one. I measure out the pieces into 5-cup portions and freeze them in Ziploc bags. This way, whenever the hankering for a slush comes on, it only takes 2 minutes to make.
- If the slush is too sweet for you, add a few more cubes of watermelon. If it's too tart, add a little sugar at a time until desired sweetness is achieved.
- Best if served promptly after preparation.
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Watermelon Slushie Recipe
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Ingredients
- 5 cups watermelon diced and frozen
- 1 cup cold water
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Notes
Watermelon Slushy Pro Tips:
- To make prep for these slushes easy, I like to buy a second watermelon when they're on sale (or when they are $4.99 at Costco) and dice up the extra one. I measure out the pieces into 5-cup portions and freeze them in Ziploc bags. This way, whenever the hankering for a slush comes on, it only takes 2 minutes to make.
- If the slush is too sweet for you, add a few more cubes of watermelon. If it's too tart, add a little sugar at a time until desired sweetness is achieved.
- Best if served promptly after preparation.
Nutrition
Do you love watermelon as much as I do?! What's your favorite way to enjoy this summer classic?
Here are a few of my favorites: Watermelon Mint Feta Salad or Watermelon Sorbet or Watermelon Candy Popsicles
This post was originally posted August 9th 2016 and has been updated with new photos, videos and more detailed text.
This watermelon slush is so delicious and refreshing! What a great way to keep cool during the summer!
My fam super loves this watermelon slush! They said it is way better than the store-bought. So refreshing, perfect for summer!
Very refreshing and easy to make. Delicious and a crowd favorite.
So glad you liked it!
It’s very good makes you feel full plus if your hot it will cool you off
i have been so bored and decided to make this watermelon slush and it came out delicious!I can’t wait to try another recipe!!!!
Yay! We are so happy to hear that! Thanks Carolina!
I served this at a birthday party, and it was a huge hit! Everybody loved it, especially since it's so hot outside. It makes a nice change from sodas.
Yay! So glad! It really is so good!