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Frosty Cola Slushie

This frozen treat combines carbonated cola with crushed ice to create a crunchy, icy exterior that cracks open to reveal a sweet, fizzy interior. The texture is a chaotic blend of icy crunch and refreshing melt, resulting in a colorful, slushy beverage with a playful appearance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 liter cola soda chilled
  • 2 cups crushed ice preferably prepared fresh
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup or sugar syrup for extra sweetness, optional
  • 1 lime lime juice freshly squeezed, optional for zing

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Freezer
  • Spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Pour the chilled cola soda into a large mixing bowl, ensuring it's cold to help create a better slush.
  2. Add the crushed ice to the cola, gradually mixing with a spoon to combine and begin the freezing process. The mixture should start to look slushy as the ice begins to break into smaller bits.
  3. Stir in the simple syrup or sugar syrup if you prefer a sweeter slushie. Mix thoroughly to combine everything evenly.
  4. Squeeze in fresh lime juice, if using, to add a zesty tang that balances the sweetness. Stir gently to incorporate.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer. Let freeze for about an hour, checking every 20 minutes to stir quickly and break up ice crystals, developing a chunky, icy texture.
  6. Once the mixture is solid enough to hold shape but still icy and crackly when served, scoop it into glasses. For the best texture, serve immediately while the exterior is crunchy and the inside remains slushy and fizzy.
  7. Enjoy the chaotic crunch of this frosty Coke slushie, with the icy exterior giving way to a refreshing, bubbly interior that’s perfect for hot days or nostalgic cravings.

Notes

For an extra flavor twist, add a splash of fruit syrup or garnish with a lime wedge before serving.