Dr Pepper Slushie Recipe Made at Home
This Dr Pepper Slushie recipe turns the classic soda into a thick, icy, perfectly balanced frozen drink made right at home. With bold flavor, customizable texture, and simple ingredients, it delivers nostalgic slushie vibes without watery results or store-bought syrups.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring cups
- Tall glasses
- Spoon or wide straw
Ingredients
- 2 cans Dr Pepper (ice-cold
- 2–3 cups ice
- 1 tbsp simple syrup or sugar | optional
- ½ tsp fresh lemon or lime juice | optional
Instructions
- Pour ice-cold Dr Pepper into the blender.
- Add 1 cup of ice and pulse gently to preserve carbonation.
- Add remaining ice gradually, blending in short bursts.
- Blend until the texture is thick, icy, and smooth but still drinkable.
- Taste and add optional sweetener or citrus juice if desired.
- Pour into chilled glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Always start with ice-cold soda for best texture
- Add ice gradually to avoid over-thinning
- Pulse instead of long blending to keep fizz
- Citrus enhances flavor without making it sour
- Serve immediately for best slush consistency
- For creamy version, add vanilla ice cream or half-and-half
- Diet or Zero Sugar Dr Pepper works but freezes lighter