Cherry Limeade Slush

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 10–15 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

2 cups (about 280 g) frozen cherries

½ cup (120 ml) fresh lime juice

1 cup (240 ml) cold water

¼–⅓ cup (50–65 g) granulated sugar, to taste

2–3 tablespoons simple syrup (optional)

3–4 cups ice cubes

1 cup (240 ml) lemon-lime soda or sparkling water, chilled

2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice (optional)

Pinch of salt

Lime wedges, for garnish

Whole cherries, for garnish

Instructions:

Juice limes to get ½ cup of fresh lime juice; prep and freeze cherries if needed.

Blend cherries, lime juice, water, sugar, cherry juice, and salt until smooth.

Add ice and blend until thick and slushy, adding more ice if needed.

Pour in chilled soda or sparkling water and blend briefly to combine.

If too soft, chill in the freezer for 10–15 minutes, then re-blend quickly.

Pour into chilled glasses, garnish with lime wedges and cherries, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximate: 140–170 calories per serving, depending on sugar and soda used. Best for hot-weather refreshments, summer parties, barbecues, or a fun non-alcoholic drink option.

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Prep Time 11

Total Time 16

Servings: 4

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 172

Notes

Pro Tip:
Chill your glasses and ingredients first; very cold components help the slush stay thick and frosty longer, even on hot days.