Peach Slushie
This peach slushie is a refreshing, icy beverage made by blending ripe peaches with lemon juice, ice, and optional sweeteners until smooth. The final texture is velvety and frosty, with a vibrant peach hue and a cooling sensation, perfect for hot summer days or a quick treat.
Equipment
- High-speed blender
- Measuring spoons & cups
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe peaches soft, fragrant, with deep orange hue
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice brightens flavor and cuts sweetness
- 1 cup ice cubes frosty and velvety texture
- 1 tablespoon honey or simple syrup optional, for extra sweetness
- a handful mint leaves optional, adds a fresh herbal note
Instructions
- Peel the peaches gently, slipping the skin off easily with your fingers or a peeler, then cut into chunks, discarding the pits.
- Place the peach chunks, ice cubes, and a squeeze of lemon juice into your high-speed blender. If you want it sweeter, add a tablespoon of honey or syrup now.
- Blend on high for about 30-40 seconds, until the mixture is frosty, velvety, and smooth, with no large chunks remaining.
- Stop the blender and taste the slushie. Adjust sweetness or acidity by adding more honey or lemon if needed, then blend briefly to incorporate.
- If desired, add a handful of mint leaves and pulse briefly a few times to evenly distribute without blending into a green mess.
- Pour the chilled peach slushie into glasses, garnish with a sprig of mint or a thin slice of peach for visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while frosty and refreshing, enjoying the vibrant color and icy texture that feels like a summer afternoon in a glass.