Cool down with this tasty frozen watermelon drink that's super easy to make and perfect for hot summer days.
This summer drink blends sweet watermelon with ice and a little bit of honey, making a refreshing treat.
Frozen Watermelon Drink
All you have to do is blend watermelon, ice, and honey, then add some mint leaves on top for an extra boost of flavor.
Whether you're hanging out on a warm day or having friends over, this watermelon slushie is a simple and fun way to stay cool.
For more refreshing drink recipes try frosted lemonade and strawberry virgin mojito.
🛒 Frozen Watermelon Drink Ingredients
- Watermelon Chunks - Fresh, juicy watermelon pieces make the base of this cool slushie. For a thicker drink, you can use frozen watermelon cubes instead. Check my instructions on how to freeze watermelon below.
- Honey - A little honey adds natural sweetness and makes the watermelon flavor pop. You can skip it if your watermelon is already really sweet.
- Mint Leaves - Fresh mint gives the slushie a refreshing aroma and makes it look great as a finishing touch.
- Optional Add-On - You can also add a squeeze of lime juice to give your slushie a zesty twist.
👩🍳 You'll find the complete list of ingredients below the recipe card.
🍹 How To Make Frozen Watermelon Drink
- Place the watermelon chunks in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the ice cubes and honey, then blend again until everything is well mixed. Taste it, and if you want it sweeter, add a little more honey.
- Pour the slushie into glasses and top with fresh mint leaves for garnish.
- Serve right away and enjoy your cool, refreshing drink!
How To Rim a Glass With Sprinkles
Rimming a glass with sprinkles is simple and takes just two steps:
- Coat the rim with a little honey.
- Then, carefully dip the sticky rim into sprinkles.
🥶 How to Freeze Watermelon
- Start by chopping a seedless watermelon into 1-inch chunks.
- Line a large baking tray with parchment paper, then arrange the watermelon pieces in a single layer on the tray.
- Make sure the tray will fit flat in your freezer. If your freezer is small or narrow, use multiple smaller pans to fit.
- Freeze the watermelon uncovered for 2 hours. Larger chunks will take longer to freeze, so sticking to 1-inch pieces is best.
- After 2 hours, you’ll have delicious frozen watermelon that’s still soft enough to bite into. If left in the freezer longer, it will freeze solid, but you can let it sit out for a bit to soften before eating.
📦 How to Store Frozen Watermelon
If you’re not using the watermelon right away, transfer the frozen chunks into an airtight container after the initial 2 hours in the freezer and store them.
When freezing fruit, it’s best to first freeze in a single layer, then move it to a container or zip bag to prevent clumping.
This method also works well for bananas and other fruits you may want to blend into drinks.
Silicone bags are a great option for storing frozen watermelon and other fruits in individual serving sizes. They prevent freezer burn and fit nicely into tight freezer spaces.
📋 Tips
❄️ Achieving the Perfect Slushie Texture: Blend everything until the mixture is smooth and slushy, like a frozen drink. If it’s too thick, add a little more ice or water. If it’s too watery, blend in some more ice to thicken it up.
🍉 How to Choose a Ripe Watermelon: Pick a watermelon that feels heavy for its size and has a dull skin (not shiny). Look for a creamy yellow spot on the bottom—this shows it’s ripe. It should also sound hollow when you tap it.
Choosing a Blender
A reliable blender is a must-have in the kitchen, especially if you plan on making lots of drinks.
From smoothies and slushies to margaritas, you’ll need a blender that can easily crush ice and blend ingredients into a smooth, tasty drink.
This blender is great for making all kinds of drinks. It has a smoothie setting and a multi-level blade that can blend all the ingredients and crush every bit of ice or frozen fruit.
More Summer Recipes
- Strawberry Arugula Salad
- Strawberry Limeade
- Starwberry Shortcake Cookies
- Lemon Orzo Salad
- Rhubarb Pie
📖Recipe
Frozen Watermelon Drink
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed and seeded
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- mint leaves for garnish
- sprinkles and extra honey for the rim, optional
Instructions
- Blend the watermelon cubes until smooth.4 cups watermelon
- Add the ice cubes and honey, then blend again until well combined.2 tablespoons honey, 1 cup ice cubes
- Taste and adjust sweetness with additional honey if needed.
- Pour into glasses and top with fresh mint leaves.mint leaves for garnish
- Serve right away and enjoy!sprinkles and extra honey for the rim
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Notes
- Rimming a glass with sprinkles is simple and takes just two steps:
- Coat the rim with a little honey.
- Then, carefully dip the sticky rim into sprinkles.
Nutrition
🤷Frozen Watermelon Drink: Frequently Asked Questions
YES, you can! Just blend the frozen watermelon with ice and other ingredients. Start with a small amount of ice, and add more later if needed.
Freezing watermelon causes a small loss of some nutrients, like Vitamin C, but most of the nutrients stay intact.
Minerals and antioxidants, like lycopene, are barely affected. While the texture may get softer, it's still great for drinks and keeps most of its health benefits.
Besides making frozen slushies, you can blend it into smoothies for a refreshing drink, add it to lemonade or iced tea as fruity ice cubes, or mix it into cocktails instead of ice cubes.
You can also enjoy frozen watermelon cubes as a simple low calorie snack on a hot day!
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easy and refreshing summer frozen watermelon drink!