Description
A fun and interactive DIY activity that combines crafting with the delight of homemade icy treats, perfect for hot summer days or gatherings.
Ingredients
- Fruit juices (your choice: orange, grape, berry, etc.)
- Ice molds or a shallow container
- Small plastic toys or figurines (optional)
- Decorative salt or food items for excavation (e.g., gummy candies)
- Tools for excavation (small shovels, spoons, or pickaxes)
Instructions
- Choose your favorite fruit juices and pour them into ice molds or a shallow container. If desired, place small plastic toys in the molds for a surprise inside.
- Cover the molds with plastic wrap to avoid freezer odors and allow the mixture to freeze for at least 240-360 minutes or until solid.
- Once frozen, remove the blocks from the molds and place them in a large basin or tray for excavation. Hand out excavation tools and let the fun begin!
- Encourage participants to hammer or dig into the ice to reveal hidden surprises.
- Once excavated, serve the ice pieces with chilled drinks or enjoy them as is.
Notes
You can experiment with different flavors, colors, and add-ins for a more exciting experience. Remember that the excavated ice pieces are edible if food-safe ingredients are used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg