This beautiful, two-tone slushie blends the sweet tartness of strawberries with the juicy tropical flavor of pineapple. Served swirled together, it’s visually stunning and naturally delicious—no artificial colors or syrups required.
⏱ Prep Time & Yield
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Freeze Time (if using fresh fruit): 2–4 hours
- Total Time: 10–15 minutes
- Servings: 2 large or 4 small slushies
🧰 Equipment
- Blender (high-speed preferred)
- Measuring cups
- Freezer-safe containers (if freezing fruit)
- Tall glasses
- Spoons or straws
- Optional: Ice cube trays
📝 Ingredients
Strawberry Layer
- 1 ½ cups frozen strawberries
- ½ cup water or coconut water
- 1–2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or agave (to taste)
- Juice of ½ lime (optional, for brightness)
Pineapple Layer
- 1 ½ cups frozen pineapple chunks
- ½ cup pineapple juice or orange juice
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or sweetener (optional, depending on ripeness)
- Juice of ½ lemon or lime (optional)
🔍 Ingredient Notes
- Frozen fruit: Use fresh fruit that’s been frozen, or pre-packaged frozen fruit for best texture.
- Sweetener: Optional—add only if fruit isn’t sweet enough.
- Juice choice: Pineapple juice enhances the tropical flavor, but you can sub with orange, coconut water, or lemonade.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Blend the Strawberry Slush
Add frozen strawberries, water (or coconut water), sweetener, and lime juice to the blender.
Blend until smooth and slushy. If it’s too thick, add a splash more liquid.
Transfer to a container and place in the freezer while you make the second layer.
2. Blend the Pineapple Slush
Rinse the blender. Add frozen pineapple, juice, sweetener, and lemon or lime juice.
Blend until smooth and icy.
3. Swirl & Serve
Spoon alternating layers of strawberry and pineapple slush into glasses.
Use a spoon or straw to gently swirl for a marbled effect—don’t overmix!
Serve immediately with wide straws or spoons.
🍽 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx.)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 110 |
| Sugar | 20g (from fruit and juice) |
| Carbs | 27g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Vitamin C | 70%+ DV |
| Fat | 0g |
Note: Nutrition will vary based on sweetener and juice used.
💡 Tips
- For thicker slushies, use less liquid or add ice cubes when blending.
- Make it adult-friendly: Add 1–2 oz of rum, vodka, or coconut liqueur to each serving.
- Make ahead: Freeze blended layers separately in airtight containers. Re-blend or stir before serving.
- Add-ins: Fresh mint, a splash of coconut milk, or a pinch of chili salt for a twist.
🔄 Variations
| Variation | How to Make It |
|---|---|
| Mango Strawberry | Swap pineapple with frozen mango |
| Tropical Green | Add spinach or kale to pineapple layer for a nutrient boost |
| Creamy Swirl | Add a scoop of vanilla yogurt or frozen banana to each layer |
| Lemonade Swirl | Use frozen lemonade concentrate in the pineapple layer for a tangy twist |
