Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies

Make a healthy treat at home! These homemade strawberry watermelon fruit slushies are better than any slush you will get at the convenience store!

You know those slushies that the kids always ask for at convenience stores? While, they are a treat and taste good, I can promise you that there is absolutely no fruit in them. Yes, I do treat the kids to them every now and then, but I recently discovered that they like this homemade version just as much!

I like that it’s 100% healthier than the ones I buy at the convenience store.

Plus, these strawberry watermelon fruit slushies are actually really easy to make. In fact, you can get the kids to help!

To make homemade fruit slushies simply add your fresh (or frozen) fruit to your favorite blending device (I love my Nutri Ninja), some ice and a little maple syrup or honey for an extra touch of sweetness., then blend until the ice is crushed.

You know, fresh fruit slushies don’t have to be just for the kids 😉 You can have one too!

I used strawberries, watermelon, and blueberries in this fruit slushie, but feel free to experiment with the fruit that is your favorite.

Strawberries are in-season right now in Florida and I love supporting our local farmers, so I almost always have Florida strawberries in the house from December to early March.

Strawberries are a good source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is an essential vitamin that helps build our immune system and helps protect us against colds and flus, but it helps the bones to build collagen. In one cup of strawberries, you’ll reap over 50 percent of your daily allowance of Vitamin C.

Manganese is also found in strawberries. Manganese is a compound that helps you process all of your key nutrients from blood sugars, to fatty acids. Manganese helps in the processing of thiamin and biotin, both water soluble vitamins. You’ll get about 20 percent of your daily allowance of your needed manganese in one serving of strawberries!

Strawberries and watermelon not only taste great, but are an excellent source of vitamins, nutrients and help us stay hydrated.

Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies FAQs

Q: What fruits are used to make Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies?
A: Strawberries, watermelon, and blueberries are used to make this slushie recipe.

Q: How do you make homemade fruit slushies?
A: To make fruit slushies, blend fresh or frozen fruit with ice and a sweetener like maple syrup or honey in a blender.

Q: Are Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies healthier than store-bought slushies?
A: Yes, these homemade slushies contain real fruit and natural sweeteners, making them a healthier option than sugar-filled store-bought slushies.

Q: What are some benefits of the fruits used in Strawberry Watermelon Slushies?
A: Strawberries provide vitamin C and manganese. Watermelon helps with hydration. Blueberries add antioxidants.

Q: Can kids help make Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies?
A: Yes, kids can help wash the fruit and add ingredients to the blender to make these homemade slushies.

Q: How long does it take to make Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies?
A: These easy homemade fruit slushies take just 5 minutes to prepare and blend up.

Q: Do you have to use a blender to make these slushies?
A: Yes, a blender is required to crush the ice and blend the fruit into a slushy consistency.

Q: Can these slushies be made ahead of time?
A: The slushies are best fresh, but can be stored in the freezer for up to 30 minutes until ready to enjoy. Any longer and they are going to turn into popsicles!

Go ahead and let the kiddos think they are getting a treat. You and I will know that they are getting a healthy and delicious drink whenever you make these Strawberry Watermelon Fruit Slushies.