5 Fun & Refreshing Kosher Recipes You Can Make With A Slushy Machine
When most people think of a slushy machine, they picture neon-colored ice drinks at carnivals or convenience stores. But your slushy machine can do so much more — from fruit-based treats to refreshing beverages that are both kosher and family-friendly. Whether you’re entertaining guests, cooling down on a hot day, or looking for a fun twist for Shabbat or holidays, here are 5 kosher recipes you can easily whip up in your slushy machine.
1. Pomegranate Grape Slush (Perfect for Rosh Hashanah)
Ingredients:
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2 cups 100% pomegranate juice
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1 cup grape juice
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2 Tbsp honey (optional, for sweetness)
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1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Directions:
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Mix juices and honey until well combined.
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Pour into slushy machine and churn until icy and fluffy.
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Serve in clear glasses and garnish with fresh pomegranate arils.
π A beautiful holiday-themed treat symbolizing sweetness and abundance.
2. Kosher Lemon Mint Granita-Style Slush
Ingredients:
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2 cups fresh lemonade
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1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
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1 tsp lemon zest
Directions:
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Blend lemonade, sugar, mint leaves, and zest until smooth.
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Strain to remove large mint pieces.
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Pour into slushy machine and freeze-churn until icy.
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Garnish with a mint sprig for a refreshing, pareve drink.
π Great for summer Shabbat lunches or after-dinner refreshers.
3. Frozen Kosher Coffee Slush (Pareve or Dairy)
Ingredients:
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2 cups strong brewed coffee (chilled)
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1/2 cup sugar or maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup almond milk (pareve) or whole milk (dairy)
Directions:
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Mix chilled coffee, sugar, vanilla, and milk.
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Pour into slushy machine and churn until frozen.
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Serve topped with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon.
π Perfect for a dairy Shavuot treat or a mid-week energy boost.
4. Kosher Tropical Slush (Mango-Pineapple-Coconut)
Ingredients:
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1 cup mango juice
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1 cup pineapple juice
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1 cup coconut water
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2 Tbsp lime juice
Directions:
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Stir all juices together until well blended.
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Pour into slushy machine and churn until icy.
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Serve with shredded coconut sprinkled on top (optional).
π A pareve treat that works wonderfully for kids and adults alike.
5. Watermelon Rose Slush (Elegant and Refreshing)
Ingredients:
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4 cups seedless watermelon chunks (blended into juice)
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2 Tbsp rose water (kosher-certified)
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2 Tbsp sugar or honey (optional)
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Juice of 1 lime
Directions:
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Blend watermelon until liquid. Strain if needed.
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Mix in rose water, lime juice, and sweetener.
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Pour into slushy machine and freeze-churn.
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Serve in small glasses with a lime wedge garnish.
π A refreshing, elegant dessert drink for Shabbat dinners or festive meals.
A Sweet Reflection
Just as these slushy drinks take simple ingredients and transform them into something refreshing and delightful, God takes the ordinary moments of our lives and breathes new life into them. What starts out plain — juice, water, coffee, fruit — becomes something vibrant and full of joy.
Scripture reminds us: “Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” (Psalm 34:8). Every sip of sweetness can be a reminder that His goodness is always present, cooling us in the heat of life’s challenges and refreshing our spirits when we’re weary.
So as you enjoy these recipes with family and friends, take a moment to savor not just the flavors, but the blessings God pours into your life daily.
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