These fun and refreshing fruit ice cubes are a simple and delicious way to get more water in this spring and summer! Easily customizable, they are perfect to put into cocktails and mocktails or to make water more sippable for kids. I love how beautiful these little frozen fruity jewels are and that they make an easy DIY recipe to cool down my drinks. They only take a few minutes to make, so get your favorite fruits out and make your own mix and match batch! For other fruity treats, try my chocolate dipped oranges, these apple samoas or my Easter breakfast fruit pizzas.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
Toss a few fruit ice cubes into your glass, and suddenly, hydration feels like a treat.
Strawberries tint the water with a gorgeous color, while kiwi slices add a pop of freshness.
These fruit cubes look super fancy but only take a few minutes to make!
The ice cubes aren’t just pretty—every melt releases tiny, nutrient-rich surprises into your drink.
Fruit ice cubes instantly make you look like the host/hostess with the mostest.
Add herbs like mint or basil, or swap in blueberries, lemon or cucumber—these cubes are a blank canvas.
Struggling to get the kids to drink more water? Toss in these fruity gems and watch the magic happen.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
You’ll need a cutting board, sharp knife and ice trays.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED
Water: I like to use filtered water for my ice.
Strawberries: Fresh berries are better than frozen if possible.
Kiwi: I adore the combination of strawberry kiwi!
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Step 2: Add fruit to an ice cube tray or muffin tin. I used my Caraway muffin tin to make these large and round!
Step 2: Pour over water until full.
Step 3: Freeze until hardened and add to water or drink of choice!
STORAGE
Keep them frozen for up to 3 months.
VARIATIONS
Citrusy: Infuse lemon, orange, and mint with a few drops of vitamin C or echinacea tincture.
Mixed berries: Use a colorful mix of berries with elderberry or ashwagandha tincture.
Cucumber: I love to combine sliced cucumber, lemon and basil with lemon balm or chamomile tincture.
Tropical fruits: In the summer, I’ll sometimes mix diced pineapple, mango and some fresh lime slices with turmeric or ginger tincture.
Try a pretty mix of blueberries, lemon peel and edible flowers laced with rose or lavender tincture. Guys, this combination is so dreamy.
Bright green cubes: Add kiwi, lime and mint! So refreshing, right?!
HOW TO SERVE
Try something like:
- Pop a few fruit ice cubes into a glass of still or sparkling water.
- They’re also perfect for chilling iced tea, lemonade or juice without diluting the taste.
- If you’re having a party – add them to a punch bowl or use them in cocktails and mocktails.
- For kiddies, I love to serve them in fun cups or mason jars.
RECIPE FAQ
How do you make fruit cubes?
To make iced fruit cubes, add chopped fruit to an ice cube tray, fill with water (or juice) and freeze until solid.
Can you use frozen fruit as ice cubes?
Yes, frozen fruit works great as instant ice cubes that chill and flavor your drink without watering it down.
What is the point of fruit ice?
Fruit ice adds natural flavor, looks beautiful and is an easy way to make your drinks a bit more exciting.
How do you freeze fruit in ice?
Place fruit pieces into each section of an ice cube tray, pour water over them and freeze until firm.
What fruit can you put in fruit cubes?
You can use almost any fruit—berries, citrus slices, kiwi, mango, watermelon, and even grapes all work beautifully.
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Fruit Ice Cubes
Equipment
- 1 ice cube or baking tray
Ingredients
- water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup fresh kiwi, chopped
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Add chopped fruit to an ice cube tray or baking sheet.
- Pour over water until full.
- Freeze until hardened and add to water or beverage of choice!
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