How to make fruit ice cubes for refreshing infused water

Drinking enough water is one of the simplest ways to support your daily wellness routine, but plain water can feel a little boring after a while. Fruit ice cubes are a simple way to make water more flavorful, helping you cut back on extra sugar without sacrificing taste.

They are also a great way to use up extra fruit before it goes bad. Simply freeze small pieces of fruit or herbs in ice cube trays, then add the cubes to water, sparkling water, or unsweetened iced tea. 

Everything you need to make fruit ice cubes

You only need a few simple ingredients and an ice cube tray.

• Fresh fruit, such as berries, citrus, melon, pineapple, peaches, or kiwi
• Fresh herbs, such as mint, basil, or rosemary
• Water, coconut water, or unsweetened iced tea
• Ice cube tray or silicone mold
• Knife and cutting board

Step-by-step instructions

1. Wash your fruit and herbs: Rinse everything well and pat dry. This helps remove any dirt and keeps the cubes fresh-tasting.
2. Cut fruit into small pieces: Dice larger fruit into pieces small enough to fit inside each ice cube compartment. Berries can be left whole or sliced in half. Citrus can be cut into small wedges, thin slices, or zest strips.
3. Add fruit and herbs to the tray: Place a few pieces of fruit into each section of the ice cube tray. Add a small herb leaf, such as mint or basil, if desired. Avoid overfilling the tray with fruit so there is still room for liquid.
4. Pour liquid over the fruit: Fill each compartment with water, coconut water, or unsweetened iced tea. Leave a little space at the top because liquid expands as it freezes.
5. Freeze until solid: Place the tray flat in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or overnight for best results.
6. Pop out and store: Once frozen, remove the cubes from the tray and transfer them to a freezer-safe container.
7. Add to drinks and enjoy: Drop a few cubes into your drink. As the cubes melt, they slowly release flavor.

Easy fruit ice cube combinations

Try one of these simple combos:

• Strawberry + mint
• Blueberry + lemon
• Raspberry + lime
• Cucumber + mint
• Orange + basil
• Pineapple + coconut water

Tips for the best fruit ice cubes

For “prettier” cubes, freeze them in two layers. Fill the tray halfway with water, add the fruit, and freeze until partially solid. Then top off with more water and freeze again. This helps keep the fruit from floating to the top.

If you are making cubes for a pitcher, use a muffin tin or larger silicone mold instead of a standard ice cube tray. Larger cubes melt more slowly and look great when serving infused water to a group.

For a stronger flavor, use citrus zest, fresh herbs, or unsweetened herbal tea instead of plain water. You can also lightly muddle herbs before adding them to the tray to help release more flavor.

A simple way to make water more enjoyable

Fruit ice cubes are an easy way to make hydration feel more fun and refreshing. They take just a few minutes to prepare, help reduce food waste, and give you ready-to-use flavor whenever you want to brighten up your water.

Next time you have extra berries, citrus, herbs, or sliced fruit, freeze them into cubes instead of letting them go to waste.

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