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Gatorade Slushie

This Gatorade slushie is a frozen beverage made by blending chilled electrolyte drinks and then freezing until solid. It transforms a sports drink into a colorful, icy treat with a vibrant, granular texture. The final product is a refreshing, crunchy slushie perfect for hot days and outdoor adventures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 quarts Gatorade (assorted flavors) preferably chilled overnight for best results
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed for zest

Equipment

  • Freezer
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Pour the chilled Gatorade into a large, shallow container and place it in the freezer.
  2. Freeze the Gatorade for at least 4 hours or until it’s firm enough to scoop, stirring occasionally to prevent ice crystals from forming unevenly.
  3. Once frozen solid, transfer the Gatorade chunks to a blender and pulse until finely crushed, resembling coarse snow or granular ice.
  4. Add the lemon juice to the crushed Gatorade in the blender and blend briefly until evenly combined.
  5. Scoop the mixture back into the shallow container or an available freezer-safe dish, spreading it out evenly.
  6. Return the dish to the freezer and freeze for another 2 to 3 hours until the slushie reaches the desired icy, crunchy texture.
  7. Before serving, scrape the surface with a fork to break up any icy crystals and make it fluffy and scoopable.
  8. Serve immediately in glasses or cups, garnished with a slice of lemon or a colorful straw if desired.

Notes

For a smoother texture, work in smaller batches or blend longer. Feel free to experiment with different Gatorade flavors for unique color and flavor combinations.