When summer heat is getting the best of you, nothing beats a refreshing watermelon cooler to quench your thirst and cool you down. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can whip up a delicious and nutritious watermelon cooler that's perfect for two people to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a healthy afternoon pick-me-up or a refreshing drink to serve at a party, this watermelon cooler is sure to hit the spot.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
QUICK WATERMELON COOLER
Summer means cooling off with a slice of watermelon and a glass of cold lemonade. This combines two favorites in one. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WATERMELON WINE COOLERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories beverage
Time 5m
Yield 4 wine coolers
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Stir together 16 ounces chilled dry rosé, 8 ounces each blood orange soda and watermelon juice and 1 ounce lime juice in a pitcher with ice.
WATERMELON COOLER
Refreshing and healthy! Works best served with big straws! Feel free to leave some big chunks.
Provided by METG
Categories Drinks Recipes Juice Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Blend watermelon cubes in a blender until smooth. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 1.7 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
WATERMELON COOLER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories beverage
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Spread out the watermelon chunks on a cookie sheet and freeze it. Place the watermelon, sherbet and lemon juice in a blender and blend until smooth.
WATERMELON COOLER
Ginger ale makes watermelon sparkle with a crisp, clean taste.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Puree watermelon in a food processor. Muddle mint with sugar in a large pitcher; fill with ice cubes. Stir in 2 cups puree, ginger ale, vodka, lemon juice, and bitters. Garnish with fresh mint.
WATERMELON COOLER
Looking for a refreshing summertime beverage? This simple blended drink using icy watermelon and limeade concentrate is great for picnics, parties or just cooling down on a hot day.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Beverage
Time 8h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place watermelon cubes in single layer in 1-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag; freeze 8 hours. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes.
- In blender, place half each of watermelon, ginger ale, water and limeade concentrate. Cover; blend on medium speed until smooth. Pour mixture into pitcher. Repeat with remaining ingredients; stir into mixture in pitcher. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g
WATERMELON COOLER
Created by the New York bar expert Dale DeGroff, this is the ultimate wine cooler. It's refreshing and, contrary to what you might think, only lightly sweet, which also makes it ideal on a hot summer afternoon.
Provided by Jane Black
Categories cocktails
Yield 1 drink
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour all the liquid ingredients into a tall Collins glass filled with ice. Garnish with the cucumber ribbon and lime wheel.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 151, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 6 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams
WATERMELON COOLERS
Not every gelatin is meant to be completely firm. Halfway between a drink and a dessert, these loose-set watermelon treats include chunks of the fruit. If you like, top them with cubes of rose hip-hibiscus gelee flavored with fresh mint and basil. The bracing results combine seasonality and different textures sure to tempt any palate.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Puree watermelon cubes in a blender or food processor until smooth. Press through a fine sieve into a large bowl and discard solids. Measure 3 cups strained juice.
- Prepare an ice-water bath. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water, and let stand until softened, about 5 minutes. Bring 1/2 cup watermelon juice and salt to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add softened gelatin, stirring to dissolve. Strain into a bowl set in ice water bath. Stir in remaining 2 1/2 cups watermelon juice and the lemon juice.
- Let stand, stirring often, until just beginning to gel, 15 to 20 minutes. Divide among 4 glasses. Garnish with watermelon cubes. Refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours or up to overnight. Top with rose hip-hibiscus "ice cubes" if desired, and garnish with mint or basil sprigs.
WATERMELON COOLER-LEMONADE
Watermelon cooler-lemonade is a light and refreshing summer drink.
Provided by Swati Paathak
Categories Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place watermelon, lemon juice, ginger juice, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour mixture through a fine mesh strainer to strain the pulp from the juice.
- Pour juice back into the blender; add cold water and ice and blend. Pour lemonade into glasses and stir gently; garnish with mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 299.6 mg, Sugar 21.5 g
WATERMELON COOLER
Cool down on a sweltering day with this special blend that features summer's favorite fruit-watermelon. It's lovely and refreshing. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a blender, cover and process ginger ale and mint for 15 seconds or until finely chopped. Add watermelon; cover and process until slushy. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose a ripe and juicy watermelon for the best flavor.
- Chill the watermelon and other ingredients before making the cooler for a refreshing drink.
- Use a blender or food processor to puree the watermelon and other ingredients until smooth.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or honey to taste.
- Garnish the cooler with a lime wedge or mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
Conclusion:
The watermelon cooler is a refreshing and delicious drink that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its sweet and tangy flavor, the watermelon cooler is a surefire hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give this watermelon cooler a try. You won't be disappointed!
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