Description

A refreshing and healthy Fresh Pineapple Strawberry Swirled Slushie recipe combining frozen pineapple and strawberries with pineapple juice, lime, and a touch of honey for a naturally sweet, vibrant summer beverage. Perfect for cooling down on warm days, this vegan and gluten-free slushie offers a delightful marbled effect and can be served with or without a splash of rum or vodka for adults.

Ingredients

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Fruit Base

2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (frozen)
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and frozen)

Liquid and Sweetener

1/2 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
1/2 cup cold water (as needed)

Additional Flavorings

Juice of 1 lime
Ice cubes (optional, for thicker texture)

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Instructions

Prepare Pineapple Blend: In a blender, combine the frozen pineapple chunks, 1/4 cup pineapple juice, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup if using, and half of the lime juice. Blend until smooth and slushy, adding cold water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
Set Aside Pineapple Mixture: Pour the blended pineapple mixture into a bowl or jug and set aside to keep ready for layering.
Clean Blender: Rinse the blender to prepare for the strawberry mixture, ensuring fresh flavors and texture.
Prepare Strawberry Blend: Add the frozen strawberries to the blender along with the remaining 1/4 cup pineapple juice, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, and the rest of the lime juice. Blend until smooth and slushy.
Layer Mixtures: Alternately spoon the pineapple and strawberry mixtures into serving glasses. Use a straw or spoon to gently swirl the layers, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
Serve Immediately: Enjoy right away for the best slushie texture. Optionally, add ice cubes during blending or a splash of rum or vodka for an adult version.

Notes

For an adult cocktail variation, add a splash of rum or vodka to the blended mixtures before serving.
You can substitute agave syrup or omit sweetener entirely if using very ripe fruit.
To achieve a colder and thicker slushie, add a handful of ice cubes to each blend before processing.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American