Summer slushies

A slushie is perfect on a hot day. These recipes are based on frozen fruit and juice, simply whizzed up in a blender.

TWAM 16 Jan 2016

A slushie is perfect on a hot summer day. These recipes are based on frozen fruit and juice, simply whizzed up in a blender. I avoid adding sugar as ripe fruit should be sweet enough. Make up your own in-season combinations. If the mood takes you, add a dash of vodka, white rum or gin.

Berry & yoghurt slushie

2 cups berries, frozen

1 banana, peeled, sliced and frozen

2 teaspoons maple syrup

½ cup yoghurt

2 tablespoons orange juice

Add frozen berries, frozen banana slices, syrup, yoghurt and juice to blender. Whizz until smooth. Add more juice if needed to keep the mixture flowing. Divide between serving glasses or bowls. Serve immediately. Makes 2-3

Mango & pineapple slushie

1 cup diced mango, frozen

1 cup diced pineapple, frozen

½ cup orange juice

Place frozen fruit and juice in a blender and whizz until smooth. Divide between serving two glasses or bowls. Serve immediately. Makes 2

Watermelon, lime & mint slushie

2 cups diced watermelon, frozen

Juice 1 fresh lime

2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint

100ml cranberry juice

Place all ingredients in a blender and whizz until smooth. Divide between serving two glasses or bowls. Serve immediately. Makes 2