Description
Cherry Coke Slushies offer a nostalgic summer refreshment that blends childhood memories with cool, fizzy fun. Crisp carbonation and sweet cherry notes dance together, creating a delightful drink that will instantly chill you on hot afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups coca-cola (regular or diet)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 cup frozen cherries
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon cherry syrup (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh cherries (optional)
Instructions
- Pour chilled Coca-Cola into a high-powered blender, ensuring the liquid is cold for optimal texture.
- Add frozen cherries and ice cubes to the blender, creating a frosty base for the slushie.
- Pulse the mixture on high speed, gradually breaking down the ice and cherries until a smooth, uniform consistency develops.
- Evaluate the slushie’s sweetness and incorporate cherry syrup if a more intense flavor profile is desired.
- Briefly blend the additional syrup to thoroughly distribute the sweetness throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the vibrant, ruby-red slushie into chilled serving glasses, allowing the icy beverage to maintain its crisp temperature.
- Optionally, embellish the drink with a few fresh cherries perched on the glass rim for a decorative and appetizing touch.
- Serve the Frozen Cherry Coke Slushies immediately, ensuring maximum refreshment and enjoyment of the cool, fruity beverage.
Notes
- Experiment with different cola brands to find your preferred flavor profile, as each soda can slightly alter the taste of the slushie.
- Freeze fresh cherries beforehand for a more intense fruit flavor and thicker texture in the drink.
- For a low-sugar version, use diet cola and sugar-free cherry syrup to reduce overall calorie content.
- Elevate the presentation by rimming glasses with crushed graham crackers or adding a splash of bourbon for an adult twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg