This vibrant Fruit Slush Mix is the perfect foundation for quick, refreshing beverages on hot days. By combining simple syrup with tangy orange concentrate, sweet pineapple juice, and zesty lemon, you create intensely flavored ice cubes that melt into a delicious slushie. Unlike plain ice, these cubes enhance the flavor as they chill your drink rather than watering it down. It is an excellent make-ahead project for parties or weekend prep. Simply blend the cubes with ginger ale or soda water for an instant treat. The recipe is easy to customize with additional fruits like bananas for a thicker texture. Store these cubes in the freezer for months, ensuring you always have a refreshing drink ready in minutes.
Fruit Slush Mix
Description
This vibrant Fruit Slush Mix is the perfect foundation for quick, refreshing beverages on hot days. By combining simple syrup with tangy orange concentrate, sweet pineapple juice, and zesty lemon, you create intensely flavored ice cubes that melt into a delicious slushie. Unlike plain ice, these cubes enhance the flavor as they chill your drink rather than watering it down. It is an excellent make-ahead project for parties or weekend prep. Simply blend the cubes with ginger ale or soda water for an instant treat. The recipe is easy to customize with additional fruits like bananas for a thicker texture. Store these cubes in the freezer for months, ensuring you always have a refreshing drink ready in minutes.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is clear.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Stir in the orange juice concentrate, pineapple juice, and lemon juice until well combined.
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Pour the mixture into ice cube trays, filling them almost to the top.
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Freeze until firm, approximately 4 to 6 hours.
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Pop the frozen cubes out of the trays and transfer them to airtight plastic freezer bags.
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Seal the bags and return to the freezer for storage.
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To serve, fill a glass with the fruit slush mix cubes.
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Top with ginger ale or soda water.
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Let stand for 15 minutes to allow the cubes to soften, then stir and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 100
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1026.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.3g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.7mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 264.1g89%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 258.6g
- Protein 0.9g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store the frozen cubes in airtight bags for up to 6 months.
Yield: This recipe makes approximately 100 small cubes.
Variation: For a thicker, creamier slushie, add 5 to 6 mashed bananas to the liquid mixture before freezing.
Tip: Ensure you use 6 oz cans of frozen orange juice concentrate for the best balance of sweetness and acidity.
