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Don’t rely on the ice cream truck driving by to get a slushie, make your own at home! In today’s post, we teamed up with Monica of Lavin Label and put together this thirst-quenching rainbow slushie for those long, hot days of summer that are just around the corner. We don’t think it’s possible to look at a rainbow and not be happy, so we used all the colors and flavors in this tasty DIY treat.
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For these slushies, we layered six different flavors of Gatorade to make what, in our opinion, is a rainbow masterpiece. These are easy to prep ahead of time and keep in your freezer for any slushie emergencies. :) Plus, if your kids have a bit of extra energy, make sure to have them help you smash up the ice with a kitchen mallet! Keep reading to see exactly how to make your very own slushies this summer.
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What you need
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- Gatorade (in rainbow colors)
- Plastic jars
- Hammer/mallet
- Plastic zip pouches
- Straws
how-to
Step 1
Fill each plastic jar with a different flavor of Gatorade and put in the freezer until frozen completely.
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Step 2
Lay down a tea towel over your work surface and use a hammer or mallet to break up the frozen Gatorade.
Step 3
Spoon a little bit of each crushed color into the zip pouches, layering the crushed ice in rainbow order. When all the colors are in, stick in a straw and enjoy!
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Photography: Kelli Boyd Photography
Charlotte’s Clothing: Crescent Moon Children