Description
This Frozen Peach Lemonade Slushie is the ultimate refreshing summer cooler, combining the sweet juiciness of frozen peaches with the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Perfect for hot days, this icy treat is easy to make in minutes using a high-powered blender, delivering a smooth and icy slushie texture that is both delicious and thirst-quenching.
Ingredients
Scale
Slushie Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen peach slices (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 6-8 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup water (more if needed for desired consistency)
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh mint sprigs
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Soften the Peach Slices: Take your frozen peach slices out of the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. This will make them easier to blend without adding excessive liquid, ensuring a perfect slushie texture.
- Juice the Lemons: While the peaches are softening, roll the lemons on the countertop to release juice, then freshly squeeze about 6-8 lemons to yield 1 cup of lemon juice. Remove any seeds to avoid bitterness.
- Combine Ingredients in Blender: Add the slightly thawed peach slices, fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup water into a high-powered blender. If your blender isn’t as powerful, you may need to add more water slowly to help with blending smoothly.
- Blend until Smooth: Secure the blender lid and blend on high speed until the mixture becomes completely smooth and develops a slushie-like texture. If the mixture is too thick and the blender struggles, pause blending and add water one tablespoon at a time to help it along, but be careful not to make it too watery.
- Adjust Consistency: Check the slushie’s consistency—it should be thick and icy. If it’s too thick, add a splash more water and blend again. If too thin, add a few more frozen peach slices and blend again until perfect.
- Sweeten to Taste: Taste the slushie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding sugar in small increments (a teaspoon at a time), blending after each addition. Remember frozen drinks often taste less sweet, so don’t hesitate to add extra sugar if desired.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the frozen peach lemonade slushie into glasses right away to maintain its icy texture.
- Garnish: Add fresh mint sprigs and lemon slices on top for a beautiful presentation.
- Enjoy Promptly: Serve and enjoy immediately as the slushie will start to melt if left out too long.
Notes
- Use frozen peaches rather than fresh to achieve the icy texture without needing additional ice.
- Adjust water quantity carefully to maintain the slushie consistency and avoid turning it into a smoothie.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice is crucial for best flavor; bottled lemon juice may not yield the same fresh tang.
- You can substitute some or all of the granulated sugar with a natural sweetener to suit dietary preferences.
- Consume immediately for optimal texture—leftover slushie will melt and become watery.
- For a twist, add a splash of sparkling water right before serving for a fizzy version.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
