Vegan Bites: Raspberry Lemonade Slushie
"It's raspberry juice! Just think!
From now on we can have as much raspberry juice as we want by filling the hat with water!"
~Tove Jansson, Finn Family Moomintroll
After reading Tove Janssons Moomin series as recommended by our dear friend Mrs. A, we're completing a Literature Week unit with a variety of activities centered around the stories. Tove Jansson was a Finnish childrens author and her books are so popular in Europe, there is an amusement park based on the Moomin series!
jWe started with a spin on the Moomins favourite beverage and food; raspberry juice and pancakes, by making Raspberry Lemonade Slushies and pancakes with instant raspberry jam.
Raspberry Lemonade
~2c frozen raspberry
Blend well.
~2c ice cubes or snow
~2-3 lemons, juiced
~splash of maple syrup, to taste
Blend remaining ingredients with crushed raspberries.
Serve immediately, slushie-style.
Instant Raspberry Jam
~2c raspberries (fresh or frozen)
Blend well. Add to pot on medium heat with...
~1T cornstarch
~1/8c water
~splash of syrup
Simmer until thick.
Add a tablespoon of chia seeds as desired.
Serve over pancakes.
