Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Lightning‑fast to prepare (just blend and serve)
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Bursting with summery peach‑lemon flavor
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Easily customizable (sweetness, fruits, fizz)
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Kid‑friendly and ideal for casual gatherings
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
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Frozen peaches
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Lemonade (freshly squeezed or store‑bought concentrate or juice)
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Water (if using lemonade concentrate)
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Optional sweetener (honey, sugar, or similar)
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Ice cubes
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Optional garnishes: peach slices, lemon wedges, mint
Directions
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In a blender, combine frozen peaches, lemonade, and ice cubes. Add sweetener if you prefer it sweeter.
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Blend on high until smooth and slushy.
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Taste and adjust sweetness if needed; blend briefly again to combine.
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Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with peach slices, lemon wedges, or mint.
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Serve immediately for optimal icy texture.
Servings and timing
This recipe takes about 5 minutes from start to finish. It typically yields 2 servings, though you can scale up ingredients for more. If you need a more precise amount, standard adaptation is:
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2 cups frozen peaches
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1 cup lemonade
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1 cup ice cubes
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Optional: 1–2 teaspoons sweetener
This yields roughly 2 servings.
Variations
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Swap in frozen strawberries or raspberries for a berry‑peach twist
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Use limeade instead of lemonade for a tangier version
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Add a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy lift
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Blend in fresh mint leaves for a herbal note
Storage/Reheating
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Best enjoyed immediately—icy texture fades fast
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To save leftovers: store in a freezer‑safe, airtight container
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Stir occasionally as it refreezes to maintain a more even slush
FAQs
1. What if my blender struggles with frozen fruit?
Pulse in short bursts, scrape down the sides, and add a splash of lemonade if it stalls.
2. Can I use fresh peaches instead of frozen?
Yes—use fresh sliced peaches and increase the ice amount to ensure you still get that slushy texture.
3. Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prep the peaches and lemonade ahead, but blend just before serving to keep it icy.
4. What’s a good sweetener substitution?
Try agave, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute—adjust quantity to taste.
5. Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Absolutely. It’s nonalcoholic, fruity, and naturally sweet—perfect for little ones.
6. How do I make it more filling?
Add Greek yogurt or protein powder for a creamy, more substantial slush.
7. Can I make this dairy‑free?
Yes—it’s naturally dairy‑free unless you add yogurt. Use plant‑based yogurt if desired.
8. What’s the best way to garnish it?
Use a fresh peach slice, lemon wedge, or sprig of mint on the rim for visual appeal and extra flavor.
9. How can I make it less sweet?
Use low‑sugar lemonade, reduce or omit added sweetener, or substitute with unsweetened versions.
Conclusion
Peach Lemonade Slush is the ultimate quick and refreshing drink—fruity, tangy, icy, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you want to keep it simple, kid‑friendly, or give it a boozy twist, this slush is a fun and flavorful way to chill out. Just blend, pour, and chill—summer in a glass, anytime.
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Peach Lemonade Slush
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Peach Lemonade Slush is a refreshing frozen drink made with sweet ripe peaches and tangy lemonade concentrate, perfect for cooling down on a hot day. Easy to make with minimal ingredients, it delivers the perfect balance of fruity sweetness and citrusy zest.
Ingredients
3 ripe peaches, chopped
12 ounces frozen lemonade concentrate (1 can)
24 ounces water (2 cans)
Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add chopped peaches, frozen lemonade concentrate, and water into a blender.
- Blend until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the blended mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer for about 4 hours, or until solid.
- Scoop the frozen mixture into glasses using a spoon or ice cream scoop.
- Garnish with mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add a tablespoon of fresh lime juice for extra tang.
- Sweeten with honey or sugar if desired.
- Try adding other fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or mangoes.
- Use frozen peaches to skip the freezing step for faster prep.
- Store leftovers in the freezer for up to 1-2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg