Favorite Watermelon Juice To Share With The Kids

It can be hard to offer enough hydrating foods and drinks in the warmer months, especially if we’re out running around, but this super simple Watermelon Juice recipe makes is SO darn easy to improve the odds. It’s fresh, delicious, and is made with just fresh watermelon. I love this as an easy way to use up some of a fresh watermelon when I buy a really big one. It’s delicious chilled as a refreshing drink for kids—though I love it as much as the kids. You don’t need any special equipment to make this recipe—and I have two easy methods for you depending on whether you have a blender or not. (You might also like my Watermelon Popsicles, Watermelon Sorbet, Strawberry Juice or Sore Throat Popsicles.)

Ingredients You Need

To make this homemade watermelon juice, here’s a look at what you’ll need to have on hand and ready to go. Fresh watermelon: I prefer seedless, but you can really use any if you take a few precautions when making the juice. It also works with any color of watermelon—pink, orange, or yellow, which you may see at your farmer’s market in the summer. It’s of course best with a watermelon that tastes really good, but it even works with a melon that’s overripe and mushy. (It’s actually a perfect way to save that kind of a melon!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

To make this watermelon juice, you’ll just need to follow a simple process. Scroll down to the end of the post for the full info. TIP: If using watermelon with seeds, you’ll want to run the blender slowly to avoid crushing up the seeds. Once most of the cubes are blended and crushed, you can strain it through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the seeds.

How to Store

Store watermelon juice in an airtight jar or jars in the fridge for up to 3 days. Shake before serving as it will separate a little.

Best Tips for Success

Seedless watermelon is best for this recipe if that’s an option. If using watermelon with seeds, you’ll want to run the blender slowly to avoid crushing up the seeds. Once most of the cubes are blended and crushed, you can strain it through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the seeds. This works with any color of watermelon you may find at the store or farmer’s market. Offer in a straw cup or a small open cup with a straw. This is a great way to use up some of a giant watermelon if you buy a big one and can’t seem to eat it all fresh. It’s best in a blender but you can add the cubes to a zip top storage bag, crush up, and strain through a fine mesh strainer as a back up option. It’s fun to do with the kids that way! Freeze in popsicle molds to make homemade freezer pops.

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