Strawberry Kiwi Twist Slush
By Marty Cole · June 11, 2026
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My buddy Dave took one sip of the Strawberry Kiwi Twist Slush and just went quiet for a second, which from Dave means it's good. The Ninja Slushi does all the real work here, churning the strawberry juice blend, kiwi puree, and simple syrup into something scoopable and slushy, not icy, somewhere between a Slurpee and what they hand you at a smoothie counter. Practical tip: kiwi puree can be thicker than you expect, so whisk it into the strawberry juice blend before pouring, otherwise it sinks and you get uneven slush. Dave asked for a second cup before the first one was gone.
Your machine size
Slushi 64 oz (Standard) · quantities scaled ×1
Ingredients
- Strawberry Juice Blend40 oz
- Kiwi Puree12 oz
- Simple Syrup8 oz
- Lemon Juiceoptional4 oz
Makes ~64 oz
Directions
- 1Stir the strawberry juice, kiwi puree, simple syrup, and lemon juice together until fully combined.
- 2Pour the base into one tank of the Slushi Twist, keeping it between the min and max fill lines.
- 3Set that tank to about 3 temperature bars and let it churn for roughly 40 minutes until it reaches a scoopable slush.
- 4Run a contrasting flavor like lemonade or blue raspberry in the second tank so the tanks freeze independently.
- 5Once both tanks read ready, use the SLUSHiTwist function to dispense both flavors into one cup for a two-tone swirl.
- 6Serve right away and top off the tank with more base as it empties.
Tips
- Pour your chilled juice base into the Slushi bowl at room temperature, not cold, so the machine can chill and churn it evenly into slush without overshooting.
- Check the consistency after 25 minutes by scooping the tap dispenser, and give it another 10-15 minutes if it's still syrupy rather than granular.
- Use a 2:1 ratio of juice blend to kiwi puree so the kiwi flavor comes through without making the slush too thick to churn.
Variations
- Swap half the strawberry juice for pineapple juice and keep the kiwi puree the same for a tropical berry twist.
- Replace the simple syrup with fresh lime juice concentrate and reduce it by half to add tartness and cut the sweetness.
- Use mango puree instead of kiwi puree, keeping the strawberry juice and simple syrup, for a strawberry-mango slush.
FAQ
- Can I use frozen strawberries or kiwi instead of juice and puree?
- No, the Slushi machine only works with liquid bases that can churn and chill continuously. Frozen fruit won't pour into the bowl. Stick with juice blends and purees.
- Why is my slush still soupy after 45 minutes?
- The room temperature of your kitchen affects freeze time, and overly diluted bases take longer or won't set right. Make sure your simple syrup ratio is not too high, and wait up to 60 minutes in a cool kitchen.
- Can I make this less sweet?
- Yes, reduce the simple syrup by a quarter and add a splash of lemon juice to the base for balance without making it icy or thin.
- How long does the slush stay fresh in the bowl?
- Enjoy it right away within 30 minutes of it finishing for the best texture, as it will continue to refreeze and harden over time.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 4 servings · estimated
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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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