Skittles Slushie

A Skittles Slushie is a vibrant, sweet frozen beverage made by blending Skittles candy with ice and often a clear soda or lemon-lime drink. It's a popular novelty treat, especially at fairs, carnivals, and DIY recipe blogs, originating as a fun, colorful twist on classic slushies. The candy dissolves to create a fruity, sugary syrup that colors the ice.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is extremely high in carbohydrates, almost entirely from added sugars, with negligible protein or fat. A typical 12-ounce serving can contain over 50 grams of sugar and roughly 200-250 calories, offering little nutritional value beyond quick energy.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	200 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	50 g
Sodium	15 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	10 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Phosphorus	10 mg
Magnesium	5 mg
Zinc	0.1 mg
Copper	0.02 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a playful, social-media-friendly food trend that transforms a familiar candy into a new, visually striking format. Nutritionally, it's a stark example of 'empty calories,' where the vibrant colors and fun presentation contrast sharply with its lack of essential nutrients.