Frozen Cherry Coke Slushies Recipe

My Take on This Recipe

Cherry Coke has always tugged at my heartstrings; it is reminiscent, reviving and sweetly spells summertime for me. The day I learnt that making it a slush at home could turn my life around was heaven. You do not need a grand machine in order to do this, yet it feels very childish and grown-up at the same time. Each sip gives you that good ol’ fizzy cola hit with a touch of old-fashioned cherry sweetness and just the icy texture to cool you down.

What This Recipe Is All About

You just make frozen Cherry Coke slushies, and they are what they sound like: your favorite soda crushed to have that cold, semi-frozen texture while giving that genuine burst of cherry flavor. Few ingredients, hardly any equipment, huge dividends-a drink that makes you a child in a cinema, with the homemade twist.

Why This Recipe Is Special

The magic is how simple it is. No need for loaded syrups or slushie machines labeled with dollar signs. Blender and freezer do the heavy lifting, and drink- equally great poolside or backyard BBQ- is all your own. There’s even a little wiggle room on customizing- make it sweeter, more tart, or add the liquid courage for the adults.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s nostalgic – Cherry Coke in slushie form brings back childhood vibes.
• Simplicity itself – Just a couple of ingredients, a blender, and you are set for it.
• Economic – Ditch the overpriced convenience store slushies.
• Flexibility – Cherry flavor, sweetness and even an alcoholic touch, you want it; you got it.
• Instant hit – For kids and grownups.

Tools You’ll Need

Don’t worry—you probably have most of these already.

• Blender – To crush the ice and create that smooth slushie texture.
• Measuring cups & spoons – For getting the cola-to-cherry ratio just right.
• Freezer-safe container or tray – To partially freeze the soda before blending.
• Mixing spoon – To stir things down if they stick in the blender.
• Glasses & straws – Because presentation matters (and slurping is half the fun).

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Ingredients

(Serves 4)

• 4 cups (960 ml) Cherry Coke – Use regular, not diet, for best freezing results.
• 1 cup (240 ml) cold water – Helps balance the sweetness and freeze better.
• 2 cups (280 g) ice cubes – For that frosty slush consistency.
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) grenadine syrup or maraschino cherry juice – Boosts the cherry flavor.
• Optional: fresh cherries – For garnish or blending in if you want little fruit bits.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Chill the soda
2. Pour your Cherry Coke into a shallow freezer-safe dish. Pop it in the freezer for about 2–3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. You want it semi-frozen, kind of like a granita. Don’t stress if you forget to stir—it’ll still work, just with a little more blending effort later.
3. Prep the blender
4. Add the ice cubes, grenadine (or cherry juice), and cold water to the blender. This gives you a head start on that frosty texture.
5. Add the semi-frozen soda.
6. Scoop the icy Cherry Coke into the blender. It may look chunky—that’s exactly what you want.
7. Blend until slushy
8. Start on low, then move to high speed. Blend until you’ve got a smooth, icy consistency. If it’s too runny, toss in a few extra ice cubes. If it’s too thick, splash in a little more Cherry Coke.
9. Taste and tweak
10. Give it a quick taste test. Want more cherry punch? Add a splash more grenadine. Need it colder? Toss in another ice cube or two.
11. Serve immediately
12. Pour into tall glasses, garnish with fresh cherries, and add a straw. Don’t wait too long—slushies melt fast!

Serving Ideas

• Lay it with whipped cream and a splash of cherry syrup for that dessert feel.
• Serve in mason jars with striped straws for a retro look.
• Salt your popcorn or nachos with it — a killer combo.

Variations & Customization

• Boozy twist – Add a shot of rum, vodka, or bourbon for an adult slushie.
• No-sugar option – Diet Cherry Coke is the replacement for sweet, but the end product will have a different texture.
• Fruit boost – Add a handful of frozen cherries or strawberries to give your drink a more smoothie-like, thick texture.
• Citrusy edge – Add a squeeze of lime to brighten up that sweetness.

Make-Ahead & Storage

• Make-ahead: Freeze the soda base for up to 24 hours before blending it just before serving.
• Storage: Slushies, once sitting for a long time, lose their shape and melt. For the portion left over, store in airtight containers and reblend with ice before serving.

Pro Tips & Mistakes to Avoid

Pro Tips:

• Use regular (not diet) soda—it freezes better and tastes richer.
• Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving. Instant frosty vibes.
• If your blender struggles, pulse in short bursts instead of running nonstop.

Mistakes to Avoid:

• Skipping the partial freeze step makes the texture less authentic.
• Over-blending—you’ll end up with flat soda instead of slush.
• Adding too much ice at once—it waters down the flavor fast.

Recipe Card

• Yield: 4 servings
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Freeze Time: 2–3 hours
• Total Time: About 3 hours

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: ~120
• Sugar: ~28 g
• Carbs: ~30 g
• Fat: 0 g
• Protein: 0 g

Final Thoughts

If you have ever wanted to take the experience of drinking Cherry Coke on a hot day and bring it into the comfort of your house and feel that experience seeping into every inch of your home, this recipe is for you.

It’s quick, nostalgic, and just plain fun. I can’t wait for you to give it a try. When you do, let me know how it turned out—did you keep it classic, or did you play around with the variations? Either way, I think you’re going to love it.