Rainbow Slushie Recipe
This Rainbow Slushie Recipe is a vibrant, layered frozen drink made with fruit juices, crushed ice, and natural flavors. Designed to stay beautifully separated while delivering refreshing, balanced sweetness, this colorful slushie looks stunning in a glass and tastes just as good as it looks, perfect for summer parties, kids’ treats, or fun homemade refreshers.
Servings: 1
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring cups
- Spoon
- Tall clear glass
- Freezer
Ingredients
- 1½ cups crushed ice (per color)
- ¼ cup fruit juice or flavored drink (per color
- 1–2 tsp sugar, honey, or simple syrup (optional, per layer)
- ½ tsp fresh lemon juice (per layer, optional)
Instructions
- Blend the first color by combining crushed ice, juice, optional sweetener, and lemon juice until thick and smooth.
- Spoon the first layer into a clear glass and place it in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to firm slightly.
- Repeat blending with the next color. Spoon gently over the back of a spoon to create a clean layer.
- Freeze briefly between each layer to prevent colors from mixing.
- Continue layering until the glass is full.
- Serve immediately with a straw or spoon.
Notes
- Chill between layers to keep colors separated
- Use fruit juice instead of food coloring for better flavor
- Avoid over-blending to prevent watery texture
- Serve immediately for best visual effect
- Adjust sweetness per layer to prevent flavor overload
- Clear glasses show layers best