Description
This watermelon slushie is the ultimate summer refresher! Made with frozen watermelon, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey, it’s light, fruity, and hydrating. Serve it non-alcoholic or add a splash of vodka or rum for a breezy adult twist. Perfect for hot days, BBQs, or a quick cool-down. Anything but boring!!
Ingredients
4 cups frozen watermelon cubes (seedless)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup cold water, more as needed to blend
Optional: 1 to 2 ounces vodka or rum
Optional: a few ice cubes (for thicker consistency)
Garnish: watermelon wedges and fresh mint
Instructions
Freeze the Watermelon:
Cut seedless watermelon into cubes and spread them out on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for 4–6 hours, or overnight, until fully solid.Blend:
Add frozen watermelon, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of sweetener to a high-speed blender. Start blending and slowly add cold water until the mixture becomes smooth and slushie-like.Adjust:
Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness. Add more honey or lime if needed. For an adult version, blend in vodka or rum.
Serve:
Pour into chilled glasses, garnish with a watermelon wedge or mint sprig, and serve immediately while icy and thick.
Notes
Use a ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor—your slushie depends on it!
Sweeteners like agave or maple syrup can be substituted for honey.
Add fresh mint or basil for an herbal twist.
Prep ahead by freezing watermelon cubes in bulk so you’re always ready to blend.
Want it extra icy? Toss in a few ice cubes during blending.
Best enjoyed immediately, but leftover slushie can be frozen into cubes and re-blended later.