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Preparing Crushed Ice with Thermomix: Simple and Quick
Honestly, I love that moment when I take out my Thermomix, a device that, I swear, changes your life for making homemade crushed ice. No need for a complicated ice crusher, nor grating by hand (and ending up with frozen fingers). It’s ready in 5 minutes. Yes, 5 minutes flat!
Well, I admit the first time surprised me a bit: you just have to put ice cubes in and blend. It sounds too simple to be true, but it really works. I’ve tested several sizes and it depends a bit on the power of the blender, but Thermomix delivers.
I advise you to choose very solid ice cubes, not half melted ones, otherwise it struggles a bit. And if you do like me, you always have ice cubes in the freezer, ready to be blended for your cocktails or your super fresh desserts.
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Ingredients for Perfect Homemade Crushed Ice
- 200 g of ice cubes very hard, that’s the base. No need for frills, that’s the advantage, just ice!
- Optional: a splash of lemon or a few mint leaves to flavor a bit while blending if you want to taste it in a fresh version right away.
You see, total minimalism. No need to complicate things with lots of ingredients and you can adapt it depending on what you prefer, personally I never waste my ice cubes, and you can always vary the seasoning afterwards.
Detailed Preparation of Crushed Ice with Thermomix
- In the Thermomix bowl, put the 200 g of ice cubes. The trick is not to fill it to the brim, otherwise the blender struggles.
- Set to speed 7 and blend for 10 to 15 seconds. Meanwhile, watch the texture. If you want it finer, blend for another 5 seconds.
- Stop and check—at the beginning it’s never clear if it’s crushed enough, so test by putting some in a glass.
- If it’s too sticky, add one or two ice cubes and blend quickly again to homogenize everything.
Don’t be too impatient, Thermomix is very fast, otherwise you risk having ice partially melting, which is not great. I always do short bursts. This also avoids heating the bowl unnecessarily, which would be ironic with ice.
Essential Utensils to Make Your Crushed Ice
- Thermomix of course, it’s the star. A powerful machine changes everything.
- A spatula, to scrape a bit if ice cubes stick around the bowl.
- A glass or a bowl to easily collect the crushed ice.
No need for other complicated tools, that’s the strength of Thermomix which makes the list short and simple. You can even do it without a spatula, but it’s more practical in the end. Highly recommended.
Why Choose to Make Your Own Crushed Ice with Thermomix?
Well, you might say, why bother with that? The answer is simple: it’s fresh, economical, and above all, super quick. In 5 minutes, you can prepare a base for lots of recipes, cocktails or frozen desserts.
I also like it because I control the quality: no dubious coatings or weird additives. And honestly, it’s satisfying to say it’s you who made the ice. A little personal pride, it counts, right?
Finally, Thermomix in 2025 has become a must-have in my kitchen. It adapts to everything, and frankly, not using it for crushed ice would be missing out. Try it, you’ll see!
Bonus Tip to Vary Crushed Ice with Thermomix
- If you want a slightly different flavor, add a few mint leaves or a lemon cut into pieces before blending.
- For sweet crushed ice, you can add a bit of agave syrup or honey after blending.
- Otherwise, make an express granita by mixing the crushed ice with fresh fruit juice, it’s a treat.
It’s really fun to experiment with this base, every time I discover a new way to play with ice cubes. And you? Happy experimenting!
Can crushed ice be made with other appliances than Thermomix?
Yes, other powerful blenders can do the job, but Thermomix is great because it manages the texture well without heating the ice.
Should water be added when blending crushed ice?
No, the idea is to blend only the ice cubes to keep the crushed texture and avoid it turning into water.
How long does homemade crushed ice keep?
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Not long, better to consume it quickly. After that, it melts, which is normal.
Can crushed ice be used for cocktails?
Absolutely! It’s even ideal for mojitos, daiquiris, and other refreshing drinks.
