This refreshing peach slushy leans on ripe peaches, a splash of cold water, and fresh lime juice — nothing else required. Blend it smooth for a frosty summer cooler, or stir in white rum for an easy cocktail version. It's on the table in about six minutes.
When the summer sun is blazing, there’s nothing better than an ice-cold, fruity slushy to cool you down. This vibrant recipe uses the natural sweetness of ripe peaches, a splash of water, and a hint of zesty lime to create a burst of pure refreshment. It’s the ultimate guilt-free treat, ready in minutes, and easily transformed into a cheeky cocktail for those lazy afternoons!
Ingredients
• 2 large, ripe peaches, fresh or frozen
• 50 ml / 1.7 fl oz cold water
• 1 tsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
• Optional: 60 ml / 2 fl oz white rum or peach schnapps
Instructions
1. Prepare the peaches. To easily peel fresh peaches, score the bottom and blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds. The skins will slide right off. Remove the stones, roughly chop the flesh, and place it into your blender.
2. Blend to perfection. Add the fresh lime juice and cold water to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and has a perfect slushy consistency.
3. Serve immediately. Pour into a chilled glass. For an adult-friendly version, stir in the optional white rum or peach schnapps for a little extra zing. Enjoy right away!
Nutritional Information
• Serving Size: 1 slushy. Calories: 95kcal. Sugar: 18g. (0.63 oz) Vitamin C: 25% DV. Fiber: 3g. (0.11 oz) (Note: is an estimate and does not include optional alcohol).
Pro Tips
• For an extra frosty slushy, use frozen peach slices instead of fresh ones. You may need a splash more water to get it blending smoothly.
• Swap the fruit! This recipe works beautifully with ripe mangoes, nectarines, or even a cup of frozen strawberries.
• If your peaches aren’t very sweet, feel free to add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the blender.
• Freeze the mixture in an ice cube tray. When you’re ready for a drink, just pop a few cubes in the blender for an instant slushy.
FAQ
Q: How can I make this slushy extra frosty
A: For an extra frosty slushy, use frozen peach slices instead of fresh ones. You might need to add a little more water to help it blend smoothly.
Q: Can I use a different fruit for this slushy recipe
A: Yes, this recipe works very well with other ripe fruits like mangoes, nectarines, or even a cup of frozen strawberries.
Q: What if my peaches are not sweet enough
A: If your peaches lack natural sweetness, you can add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the blender to enhance the flavor.
Q: How do I turn this peach slushy into a cocktail
A: To make an adult-friendly version, simply stir in 60 ml (2 fl oz) of white rum or peach schnapps after blending the slushy.
Pro Tips
- To peel fresh peaches effortlessly, score the bottom of each fruit and blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds — the skins slide right off.
- For an extra frosty result use frozen peach slices instead of fresh; you'll likely need a splash more water to get the blender moving smoothly.
- Ripe mangoes, nectarines, or a cup of frozen strawberries swap in beautifully for the peaches with no other changes.
- Pour leftovers into an ice cube tray and freeze — a few cubes blended straight from the tray make an instant single slushy.
- For the adult version, stir 60 ml (2 fl oz) of white rum or peach schnapps into the blended slushy rather than blending it in, so the texture stays airy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this peach slushy extra frosty?
Use frozen peach slices instead of fresh ones. You may need to add a little more water to help everything blend smoothly.
What other fruits work in this slushy recipe?
Ripe mangoes, nectarines, or a cup of frozen strawberries all work well with the same water and lime juice base.
How do I turn this peach slushy into a cocktail?
Stir 60 ml (2 fl oz) of white rum or peach schnapps into the blended slushy after pouring, and skip the alcohol for the alcohol-free version.
What if my peaches aren't sweet enough?
Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the blender to boost the sweetness of less-ripe peaches.
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Refreshing Peach Slushy
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the peaches. To easily peel fresh peaches, score the bottom and blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds. The skins will slide right off.
- Remove the stones, roughly chop the flesh, and place it into your blender.
- Blend to perfection.
- Add the fresh lime juice and cold water to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and has a perfect slushy consistency.
- Serve immediately.
- Pour into a chilled glass. For an adult-friendly version, stir in the optional white rum or peach schnapps for a little extra zing.
- Enjoy right away!
- Freeze the mixture in an ice cube tray.
- When you're ready for a drink, just pop a few cubes in the blender for an instant slushy.
