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Jump into summer with this chilled Pineapple Strawberry Swirled Slushie. It's got bold fruit flavors and looks eye-catching with every swirl. Get a hit of sweet pineapple and zingy strawberry in each gulp.
I whipped these up first when a mega heat wave hit last year. My kids had a bunch of friends in the pool and they all grabbed these slushies in seconds. Now every time it’s crazy hot, we’re making pitchers nonstop for the crew.
Ingredients
Pineapple Slush Prep
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks: makes a thick and frosty base without getting watery
- 1 cup pineapple juice: bumps up flavor, though water works if needed
- 1 tablespoon honey: toss in if your fruit isn’t sweet enough
Strawberry Slush Fixings
- 2 cups frozen strawberries: go for bright red ones to keep the taste bold and color pretty
- 1 cup strawberry juice: kicks up berry taste, or swap for water if needed
- 1 tablespoon honey: balances tart strawberries and adds extra yum
Step-by-Step Instructions
Mix the Pineapple Slush
- Start by dropping the pineapple chunks in your blender:
- Follow with juice, honey, and blend till totally smooth but thick—about half a minute or a bit more. You want it spoonable but not runny. Pour this into a bowl and set it in the freezer while you tackle the strawberries.
Blend the Strawberry Slush
- Give your blender a solid rinse so the colors don’t blend together:
- Toss in frozen strawberries, the juice, and honey. Blend till smooth like the pineapple mix. If it’s too chunky, splash in a bit more liquid a tablespoon at a time.
Build the Swirl
- Grab cold glasses and stack up layers in turns:
- Spoon in some pineapple slush, then some strawberry, using a couple tablespoons of each for every layer. Just keep stacking like this until the glass is almost full, leaving some space on top.
Top It Off
- Take a long spoon or stick and give the slushies a gentle whirl:
- This gives that cool marbled swirl. Don’t stir too much or the layers will just mix. Shoot for swirls that look pretty but flavors that still pop on their own.
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Frozen fruit is my game-changer—not ice cubes. Your slushies won’t get watered down, and the fruit flavor just stays strong. My daughter’s hooked so we always keep frozen fruit handy for last-second slushie treats.
Make-Ahead Ideas
Honestly, these are best as soon as you blend them. But you can totally prep each slush in advance, stash them in their own containers, and pop in the freezer for up to four hours. When you're set to serve, let them sit out for five minutes, stir each one up, then build your layers. You’ll get an even thicker, almost ice cream style slush this way.
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Fun Flavor Swaps
This idea is fun to switch up. Go with mango in place of pineapple for a new vacation vibe, or swap in blackberries or blueberries for the strawberry layer if you want a pop of dark color. Adults? Add a dash of coconut rum to the pineapple or a bit of vodka to the berry blend for an awesome poolside drink.
Nutrition Highlights
These chilled drinks do more than just taste good. Frozen fruit adds lots of fiber, vitamins and antioxidants, and barely any extra sugar. Pineapple’s got bromelain—helps your belly break down food. Strawberries serve up vitamin C and all sorts of good stuff too. I like knowing my kids are sipping something sweet that’s actually got benefits compared to those store-bought options.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What can I do if I want these slushies to taste sweeter?
If you like them a bit sweeter, stir in some honey or whatever sweetener you enjoy until you like the taste.
- → Is it okay to use fresh fruit in place of frozen?
You sure can, but you'll get the best frosty results if you freeze your fruit before making the drink.
- → Which other liquids work in place of the usual ones?
Try swapping in coconut water, juice, or even plain water. Coconut water really gives it that fun island touch.
- → What's the trick for a cool swirl look?
Drop layers of pineapple and strawberry slush one at a time into your glass. Gently stir them together a little bit with a spoon or straw for a swirly vibe.
- → Can I prep this ahead and save it?
These are best right after blending, but you can stash them in the freezer and just give another quick blend when you're ready to have one.