Red Hawaiian Punch Slushies (3-Ingredient Recipe)
These Red Hawaiian Punch Slushies are the perfect refreshing treat that delivers a bold taste of tropical fruit flavors in frozen form. With just 3 simple ingredients and 3 minutes of prep time, you can create this vibrant, icy beverage that’s a hit with the whole family.
The flavors fruit juicy red Hawaiian Punch transforms into a delightful slushy consistency that’s more substantial than a regular drink but not quite as solid as a snow cone. It’s the wave of flavor your taste buds have been craving, especially during hot summer days when you need that blast of tropical fruit flavor to cool down.
Looking for more refreshing frozen drinks? Try my Easy Lemonade Slushie Recipe or Easy Gatorade Slushie for other quick and delicious options!
Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super quick to make: Requires just 3 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Kid-friendly beverage: The delicious taste kids love with the fun texture of a slushie makes this drink a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Versatile flavor options: Works with any Hawaiian Punch variety – from Fruit Juicy Red to Polar Blast, Lemon Berry Squeeze, or Watermelon Berry Boom.
- Perfect for hot days: The icy consistency provides immediate refreshment when temperatures rise, making it ideal for summer gatherings.
Recipe Ingredients
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Ingredient Notes:
- Ice – The foundation of any slushie that provides the frosty, snow-like consistency. Regular ice cubes from your freezer work perfectly.
- Hawaiian Punch – The star ingredient that gives these slushies their signature tropical fruit flavor. Hawaiian Punch Fruit Juicy Red is the classic choice, but any flavor variant will work wonderfully.
- Sugar – More than just sweetness, the sugar plays a crucial scientific role in helping the ice and liquid bind together for that perfect slushie texture rather than separating.
Substitutions and Additions
- Sugar alternatives – For a lower-calorie version, you can substitute with a sugar-free sweetener, though you may need to adjust amounts for the right consistency.
- Punch varieties – Any Hawaiian Punch flavor works great – try Watermelon Berry Boom, Lemon Berry Squeeze, or Polar Blast for different fruit juice drinks experiences.
- Flavor boosters – Add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice to brighten the flavor, or a few fresh berries for extra fruit taste and visual appeal.
- Grown-up version – For an adult variation, you can add a splash of your favorite clear spirit, though this would obviously make it not suitable for kids.
How to Make Red Hawaiian Punch Slushies (step-by-step directions)
STEP 1. Gather your ingredients: Measure out ice, Hawaiian Punch Fruit Juicy Red, and sugar. Have your powerful blender ready to go. (Photo 1)
STEP 2. Combine and blend: Add all three ingredients to your blender. If your blender struggles with crushing ice, use a tamper to help push the ingredients down toward the blades during blending. (Photos 2 & 3)
STEP 3. Serve immediately: Once blended to a smooth, slushy consistency (about 1 minute), pour into glasses and enjoy right away for the best taste and texture. (Photo 4)
Recipe Tips
- Use a powerful blender that can easily crush ice for the smoothest slushie texture.
- The tamper is important if your blender has trouble with fully crushing and incorporating the ice. It helps keep ingredients moving toward the blades.
- Adjust consistency by adding more Hawaiian Punch if you prefer a thinner slushie, but remember this will dilute the flavor slightly.
- Pre-chill your glasses for an extra cold treat that will stay slushy longer.
- Consume immediately as these slushies don’t store well – they’ll either melt in the refrigerator or freeze solid in the freezer.
Storing Tips
- Storage: These Hawaiian Punch Slushies should be consumed immediately after making for the best experience.
- Refrigerator: Not recommended, as the slushie will quickly melt into regular Hawaiian Punch with some dilution from the ice.
- Freezer: While you might think freezing would work, the slushie will freeze into a solid block of ice rather than maintaining its slushy consistency.
- Make-ahead options: Instead of storing the slushie, you can pre-measure ingredients and have them ready to blend when needed.
Serving Suggestions
These vibrant Red Hawaiian Punch Slushies make the perfect refreshing companion to summer treats like Fruit Roll-Up Ice Cream Sandwiches or Viral Frozen Gummy Bears for a fun frozen snack combination.
For a summer party, serve these alongside other refreshing drinks like Frozen Watermelon Agua Fresca or Fresh Strawberry Agua Fresca to give your guests various fruity options.
These slushies also pair wonderfully with poolside snacks from 53 Easy Summer Appetizers for Your Next Outdoor Party or 67+ Easy Summer Dips for a complete summer entertaining spread.
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! This recipe works well with any fruit juice drinks or soft drinks. Just keep in mind that darker colored drinks will give you the most vibrant slushies, and you may need to adjust the sugar depending on how sweet your alternative juice is.
This is likely because of insufficient sugar, which acts as a binder between the ice and liquid. Try adding a bit more sugar next time, and remember to consume immediately after blending for the best texture.
Unfortunately, these slushies don’t maintain their consistency when stored. For parties, I recommend setting up a slushie station with pre-measured ingredients that you can quickly blend in batches as needed.
Not all blenders are created equal when it comes to crushing ice. If your blender is having difficulties, try adding the ingredients in smaller batches, using slightly less ice, or letting the ice sit out for a few minutes to soften slightly before blending.
These slushies are best enjoyed immediately after making. For on-the-go options, consider freezing Hawaiian Punch in ice cube trays beforehand, then using those frozen punch cubes (with less regular ice) to blend just before leaving. Transfer to an insulated container, though keep in mind it will still gradually melt.
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Red Hawaiian Punch Slushies (3-Ingredient Recipe)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Cups (946 ⅓ g) Ice
- 1 Cup (236 ⅗ g) Hawaiian Punch
- ¼ Cup (50 g) Sugar
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Measure out ice, Hawaiian Punch Fruit Juicy Red, and sugar. Have your powerful blender ready to go.4 Cups Ice,1 Cup Hawaiian Punch,¼ Cup Sugar
- Combine and blend: Add all three ingredients to your blender. If your blender struggles with crushing ice, use a tamper to help push the ingredients down toward the blades during blending.
- Serve immediately: Once blended to a smooth, slushy consistency (about 1 minute), pour into glasses and enjoy right away for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use a powerful blender that can easily crush ice for the smoothest slushie texture.
- The tamper is important if your blender has trouble with fully crushing and incorporating the ice. It helps keep ingredients moving toward the blades.
- Adjust consistency by adding more Hawaiian Punch if you prefer a thinner slushie, but remember this will dilute the flavor slightly.
- Pre-chill your glasses for an extra cold treat that will stay slushy longer.
- Consume immediately as these slushies don’t store well – they’ll either melt in the refrigerator or freeze solid in the freezer.
Nutrition Information
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