Best 5 Cranberry Slushie Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Cranberry Slushie, a refreshing and revitalizing beverage that is perfect for beating the summer heat or enjoying as a guilt-free treat. This tantalizing slushie boasts a vibrant red hue, a captivating aroma of tart cranberries, and a lusciously smooth texture that dances on your palate. With its perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, this delightful drink is sure to quench your thirst and leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore two enticing variations of this delectable slushie: a classic Cranberry Slushie that captures the essence of this timeless flavor combination and a tantalizing Spiked Cranberry Slushie that adds a touch of sophistication and indulgence. Grab your blender and prepare to be amazed by the simplicity and sheer pleasure of creating this delightful beverage in the comfort of your own home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY SLUSH



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One taste of this sweet icy treat leads to another...and another. My mother-in-law makes it for family gatherings, and it never lasts long. Often, my husband and twin daughters request it as a snack or dessert. It's a refreshing party beverage as well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
2-1/2 cups cold water, divided
3-1/2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
2 cups sugar
2 cups ginger ale
1-3/4 cups raspberry ginger ale or additional ginger ale

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the cranberries and 1-1/2 cups water over medium heat until the berries pop, about 15 minutes. Stir in raspberries. , Transfer to a blender; cover and process until smooth. Strain and discard seeds, reserving juice. Pour the juice into a 2-qt. freezer-proof container; set aside. , In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over remaining water. let stand for 1 minute. Stir in sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until gelatin and sugar are dissolved. Add to berry juice. Stir in ginger ale; cover and freeze., To use frozen slush: Remove from the freezer 1 hour before serving. For each serving, combine 1 cup cranberry slush with 1/4 cup raspberry ginger ale in a glass; stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (75g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WHISKEY-CRANBERRY SLUSHES



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Time 5h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups whiskey, preferably Crown Royal
6 cups cranberry juice
4 1/2 cups pomegranate juice
2 cups orange juice
Juice of 2 limes
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh cranberries, diced
Mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the whiskey, 3 cups cranberry juice, the pomegranate juice, orange juice, lime juice, sugar and 1/2 cup water in a large, shallow freezer-safe container. Stir well, then cover and freeze until the mixture is icy, stirring every 20 to 30 minutes, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Scrape the frozen mixture with a spoon and divide among glasses, filling them three-quarters of the way. Divide the remaining 3 cups cranberry juice among the glasses and top with the diced cranberries; stir until slushy and garnish with mint.

CRANBERRY SLUSH



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Bring in the New Year with this refreshing, fruity slush. But be careful--they can sneak up on you! It's made ahead and frozen so serving it to your guests is easy. We often keep a pail of this in our travel trailer freezer for a quick drink on those hot summer days when we're camping. (Cooking time is freezing time and number of servings depends on the size glasses you use).

Provided by ugogirl

Categories     Beverages

Time P1DT5m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

48 ounces cranberry juice (Ocean Spray is the best)
1 quart apricot brandy
1 (12 ounce) can frozen lemonade, slightly thawed
1 (16 ounce) bottle 7-up or 1 (16 ounce) bottle Sprite
additional 7-up or Sprite, for serving

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a gallon ice cream pail or other large freezable container.
  • Freeze overnight.
  • To serve, spoon slush into festive glasses and add additional 7-Up or Sprite.

CRANBERRY CITRUS VODKA SLUSH



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Make and share this Cranberry Citrus Vodka Slush recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups cranberry juice
2 cups squeezed fresh orange juice, strained
1 1/4 cups vodka
1/4 cup squeezed fresh lime juice, strained
1/4 cup Grand Marnier
lime zest, for garnish
orange slice, for garnish
fresh cranberries, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a plastic container with a lid (or a pitcher with a lid), combine all ingredients.
  • Seal and place in the freezer until frozen solid.
  • Take out of freezer and let thaw.
  • Drink when it has thawed and is slushy.
  • Or put in blender and blend until slushy.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries, zest of a lime or an orange slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.3, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 40.7, Protein 0.9

CRANBERRY-ORANGE SLUSH COCKTAILS



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A refreshing alternative to rich holiday eggnog. Have it on hand for drop-in guests!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 8h10m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 can (12 ounces) frozen cranberry juice concentrate, thawed
2 cups brandy
1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice cocktail
2 bottles (1 liter each) lemon-lime soda pop or sparkling water

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except soda pop in nonmetal container. Divide among pint containers. Cover and freeze at least 8 hours until slushy.
  • For each serving, mix equal amounts of slush mixture and soda pop in glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries: Fresh cranberries are available in the fall, while frozen cranberries can be found year-round. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
  • Adjust the sweetness to your liking: The amount of sugar in the recipe can be adjusted to taste. If you like your slushies sweeter, add more sugar. If you prefer them less sweet, use less sugar or omit it altogether.
  • Make it a virgin slushie: To make a virgin slushie, omit the vodka. You can also replace the vodka with fruit juice or sparkling water.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries or a lime wedge: Garnish your slushie with fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, or both for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

This cranberry slushie recipe is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy cranberries. It's perfect for a summer party or a quick and easy snack. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and delicious treat, give this cranberry slushie recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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