Refreshing Frozen Lemonade Slushie Cups
A quick and easy 5-minute summer drink featuring icy lemonade slush with a playful gummy bear garnish, perfect for kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) fresh lemonade (homemade or store-bought)
- 3 cups (720 ml) ice cubes or crushed ice
- 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 cup (150 g) gummy bears for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the lemonade: If making homemade lemonade, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1/2 cup or 120 ml), 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) cold water, and 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar in a pitcher. Stir until sugar dissolves completely. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired. This takes about 5 minutes.
- Add 2 cups (480 ml) of prepared lemonade and 3 cups (720 ml) of ice cubes or crushed ice to your blender. Optionally, add an additional tablespoon of sugar for a sweeter slush.
- Blend on high: Pulse for about 30 seconds, then blend continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until the texture is like soft snow—light, icy, and thick enough to hold shape. If too watery, add more ice and blend again; if too thick, add a splash of lemonade or cold water.
- Check consistency by scraping down the sides and mixing evenly. The slush should be smooth with small ice crystals, not chunky or liquidy.
- Spoon the frozen lemonade slush evenly into 4 serving cups or jars, leaving room at the top for garnish.
- Add gummy bear garnish by skewering 3 to 4 gummy bears on a cocktail pick or scattering a handful on top of each cup. Optionally, add a fresh mint leaf and a thin lemon slice to the rim.
- Serve immediately for best icy freshness. If needed, cover and store in the freezer for up to 30 minutes, but expect some ice melting.
Notes
Add gummy bears just before serving to keep their chewy texture. Use crushed ice for smoother slush. Adjust sweetness after blending if needed. Fresh lemonade preferred for best flavor but store-bought works fine. For a fizzy twist, add sparkling water after blending.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 90110
- Sugar: 1820
- Carbohydrates: 2225
Keywords: frozen lemonade, slushie, summer drink, gummy bears, easy drink, refreshing beverage, icy lemonade, kid-friendly drink