Frozen Melon Coolers for Summer Entertaining
Getting together with family and friends this weekend? DON’T turn that oven on when it’s time to whip up dessert! Stay cool with these mouth-watering melon “slushies” that you can make ahead of time. They look gorgeous served in frosted glasses with a fruit garnish.
Choose from three delightful flavors that are super easy to make. Each recipe yields 6 servings and takes about 40 minutes to prep. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight.
WATERMELON LIME COOLER
- 1 watermelon, 6 to 7 lbs.
- Simple syrup (directions below)
- Zest of 2 limes
- Juice of 4 limes, about a ½ cup total
HONEYDEW-GINGER-MINT COOLER
- 2 honeydew melons, about 4 lb. each
- Simple syrup
- 2 tbsp. freshly grated ginger
- 4 sprigs fresh mint
CANTALOUPE-BASIL cooler
- 1 cantaloupe, about 6 lbs.
- Simple syrup (directions below)
- 2 large sprigs fresh basil
DIRECTIONS
Remove the skin and seeds from the melon. Cut into 2-inch pieces (you should be left with about 4 pounds total).
Make the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer without stirring until the sugar dissolves, 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir all ingredients except the melon. Let cool completely. Strain into a small bowl or measuring cup.
In a blender, working in 2 batches, puree half the simple syrup mixture and half the melon until smooth. Strain into a metal loaf pan or square pan; repeat with remaining syrup and melon. Cover and freeze until set, about 8 hours.
When ready to serve, use a fork to scrape the flavored ice, creating a slushy texture. Transfer to glasses, top with a splash of soda water, and serve with additional fruit, if desired.
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