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Arnold Palmer Slush

By Marty Cole Β· May 20, 2026

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⏱️ 35 min totalπŸ₯„ 5 min prep❄️ 30 min spin🌑️ 4 bars
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Arnold Palmer Slush

My dad orders an Arnold Palmer at every restaurant like it's still 1998, so making an Arnold Palmer Slush in the Ninja Slushi for him was a guaranteed win. Half sweet iced tea, half lemonade, run on SLUSH, and it comes out frozen with that tea-and-lemon tang he loves. He took one sip and said "now they've done it," which I'm taking as approval. Use sweet tea, not unsweet. The sugar in both the tea and lemonade is what gets it to freeze, and the sweet version keeps that lemon from going too sour.

Your machine size

Slushi 64 oz (Standard) Β· quantities scaled Γ—1

Ingredients

  • Cold Sweet Iced Tea26 oz
  • Cold Lemonade24 oz
  • Simple Syrupoptional2 oz
  • Lemon Sliceoptional1 garnish

Makes ~52 oz

Directions

  1. 1Combine the sweet tea and lemonade in a pitcher in equal parts.
  2. 2Add simple syrup if your tea is unsweetened so it freezes well.
  3. 3Pour the half-and-half into the Slushi vessel under the max line.
  4. 4Seal the lid and start the SLUSH preset.
  5. 5Let it churn until thick, roughly 30 minutes.
  6. 6Dispense and garnish with a lemon slice.

Tips

  • Pour your chilled sweet tea and lemonade directly into the Slushi bowl at a 1:1 ratio for the classic Arnold Palmer balance, adjusting to taste before the machine starts.
  • Check the slush consistency around the 30-minute mark by looking through the viewing window; it's ready when you can scoop it but it still flows from the tap.
  • Keep both liquids refrigerated before pouring so the machine reaches slush texture faster, usually within 20-30 minutes instead of closer to an hour.

Variations

  • Make it lighter by using half-sweet tea and half lemonade with a splash of sparkling water added to the bowl before churning for an airier slush.
  • Go herbal by swapping the sweet tea for cold chamomile or peach tea mixed with fresh lemonade for a different flavor profile.
  • Add a citrus twist by using half lemonade and half fresh-squeezed orange juice with a small amount of sweet tea for a more complex taste.

FAQ

Can I use frozen or partially frozen liquid in the Slushi bowl?
No, pour only cold liquid directly from the fridge into the bowl. The machine does the freezing work as it churns, so starting with pre-frozen liquid won't help and may damage the machine.
Why is my slush still liquidy after 45 minutes?
Your starting liquid may not have been cold enough, or the ratio might be too much liquid for the bowl. Try refrigerating your tea and lemonade longer, and fill the bowl to the line marked inside rather than overfilling it.
Can I make this dairy-free or with a substitute sweetener?
Yes, the Arnold Palmer is naturally dairy-free. You can use sugar-free lemonade and unsweetened tea with a sugar substitute, though taste and freezing time may vary slightly.
How long can I keep finished slush in the machine?
Slush is best enjoyed fresh within an hour of it becoming scoopable. After longer periods, it may become harder and icy or start to separate back into liquid.

Nutrition

Per serving Β· makes about 2 servings Β· estimated

180
Calories
0g
Protein
45g
Carbs
42g
Sugar
0g
Fat

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Marty Cole, recipe developer at Cream & Slush

Meet Marty Cole

I'm a home cook who got a little obsessed with the Ninja Slushi and Creami. I test every recipe in my own kitchen on a real machine, dial in the texture, and only post the ones my family actually finishes.

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