Blue Raspberry Slushie
This vibrant blue raspberry slushie combines frozen berries with tangy citrus and a touch of sweetness, resulting in a refreshing, icy treat perfect for hot days. The process involves blending, freezing, and stirring to achieve a slushy, scoopable texture with bright, bold flavor. It’s a fun and easy way to enjoy summer fruit in a playful, chilled form.
Equipment
- Blender
- Shallow dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup sugar or honey/agave
- 1/2 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 cup cold water
Instructions
- Place the blueberries and sugar into your blender. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and vibrant blue, with no visible berry chunks.
- Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and cold water to the blender. Blend again until fully combined and the mixture is slightly frothy, about 30 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Place it in the freezer and let it chill for 2 hours.
- Every 30 minutes, remove the dish from the freezer and stir vigorously with a spatula to break up ice crystals. Repeat this process until the mixture is frozen but scoopable, about 1 hour total.
- Once the mixture reaches a slushy, soft-serve consistency, break it into chunks and briefly blend in the blender to smooth out the texture.
- Scoop the slushie into chilled glasses. Garnish with a fresh blueberry, lemon wedge, or sprig of mint for a colorful finishing touch.
Notes
For an extra tangy kick, add a splash more lemon juice. Adjust the sweetness by varying the sugar amount. Serve immediately for the best icy texture.