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Cherry Cherry Slushie

This cherry slushie combines ripe cherries blended with a touch of lemon juice and vanilla to create a vibrant, icy beverage. The mixture is frozen and then stirred until slushy, resulting in a bright red, refreshing drink with a smooth, icy texture and lively tart flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: none
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted preferably ripe and juicy
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional, for depth
  • 0.5 cup water to help blend smoothly
  • to taste honey or agave syrup optional for added sweetness

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Freezer

Method
 

  1. Place the pitted cherries, lemon juice, vanilla extract, water, and sweetener (if using) into your blender.
  2. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth, vibrant in color, and the cherries are fully mashed—about 30 seconds.
  3. Pour the cherry mixture into a shallow dish or baking sheet and place it in the freezer.
  4. Let the mixture freeze for about 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes with a fork to break up ice crystals and create a slushy consistency.
  5. Once the mixture is firm but scoopable, scoop it into glasses.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cherries or a lemon wedge if desired, and enjoy the icy, tart flavor burst.