Frozen Watermelon Slush

Watermelon Slushie

This refreshing Watermelon Slushie is the perfect summer drink for kids. Made with frozen watermelon, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey, it's naturally sweet, colorful, and easy to make. Great for hot afternoons, summer parties, picnics, and backyard fun.

Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus freezing time)
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into chunks and frozen
2 cups water
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
6 to 8 ice cubes, optional

Optional Garnishes

Small watermelon wedges
Fresh mint leaves
Lime slices

Directions

Place the frozen watermelon, water, lime juice, and honey into a blender.
Blend on high speed for 2 to 3 minutes or until smooth.
Add ice cubes if a thicker consistency is desired.
Blend again until smooth.
Pour into glasses.
Garnish with watermelon wedges, mint leaves, or lime slices if desired.
Serve immediately.

Kid Helper Jobs

Measure ingredients.
Add ingredients to the blender.
Place garnishes on glasses.
Help freeze watermelon chunks ahead of time.

Fun Variations

Add strawberries for a watermelon berry slushie.
Blend in pineapple chunks.
Replace honey with agave syrup.
Add coconut water for a tropical twist.
Freeze the mixture into popsicle molds.

Summer Serving Ideas

Pool parties
Picnics
Backyard barbecues
Summer camps
Watermelon-themed parties

Tip: Freeze watermelon chunks in a single layer on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer bag. This prevents them from sticking together.