Frozen Pineapple and Berry Slush

A cross between a sorbet and thick drink, this refreshing, virtually fat-free treat takes just seconds to whip up. The secret to preparing it quickly is to keep a selection of chopped fruit in the freezer, then you can simply dip in to select a combination that suits your mood.

Ingredients

• 8 ice cubes
• 8 ounces hulled strawberries, frozen
• 8 ounces fresh pineapple chunks, frozen
• 1?2 cup (125 ml) pineapple juice
• 2 tbsp skim milk powder
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
• sprigs of fresh mint or pineapple mint to decorate (optional)

  How to make it   15 minutes, plus freezing time

  • 1

    Put the ice cubes in a food processor or heavy-duty blender and process until they are finely crushed. Alternatively, wrap the ice cubes in a tea towel and bash them with a rolling pin, then put them in the processor or blender.
  
  
  • 2

    Add the strawberries, pineapple chunks, pineapple juice and milk powder and process again until blended but still with small pieces of fruit and ice visible.
  
  
  • 3

    Sweeten with sugar, if necessary. Process briefly using the pulse button.
  
  
  • 4

    Spoon into tall glasses, decorate each with a sprig of mint, if you like, and serve with long spoons.