6 Recipes to Make Refreshing Korean-Style Fruit Shaved Ice or Hwachae that are Easy to Prepare with Fillings to Taste

Hot weather is best enjoyed while indulging in refreshing fruit shaved ice. One of the increasingly popular variants of fruit shaved ice is Korean-style fruit shaved ice which has an attractive appearance and unique taste. With a combination of fresh fruits and typical Korean ingredients, this drink has become a favorite for many people.

Making Korean-style fruit shaved ice turns out to be not as difficult as imagined. You can make it yourself at home with easily found ingredients and practical preparation methods. Besides being refreshing, this fruit shaved ice can also be a healthy snack because it is rich in vitamins from various types of fruit.

If you are looking for fresh inspiration for iftar dishes or weekend snacks, just try the following six fruit shaved ice recipes. All of these recipes are perfect for those of you who want to make Korean-style fruit shaved ice with authentic flavors and a trendy appearance.

1. Korean Fruit Ice Basic

Korean Fruit Ice Basic (credit: Cookpad anif agustin)

Korean fruit ice or hwachae has a natural sweet taste and is very refreshing. This typical Korean fruit ice is known as Hwache, which is a sweet drink with fruit pieces and light syrup. Perfect to enjoy anytime, this drink is the right choice for those of you who want to make fruit ice with authentic flavor and natural freshness.

Here is the recipe for making the most basic Korean fruit ice:

Ingredients:

• Watermelon, melon, apple (diced)

• 500 ml water

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• Ice cubes as needed

How to make:

1. Mix water, honey, and sugar, then stir until dissolved.

2. Place the fruit pieces into a serving bowl.

3. Pour the honey syrup over the fruit.

4. Add ice cubes and serve cold.

2. Korean Fruit Ice with Milk

If you like a soft and creamy sweet taste, this recipe is perfect. This fruit dessert is suitable to be enjoyed anytime, whether in the afternoon or at night. The taste is indulgent and filling. The creamy version of Hwache, this recipe is great for those who love sweet and soft flavors.

Here is the recipe for Korean fruit salad with milk:

Ingredients:

• Grapes, kiwi, strawberries (cut into small pieces)

• 200 ml liquid milk

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Ice cubes

How to make:

1. Mix the milk, honey, and vanilla in a container, stir well.

2. Arrange the fruits in a serving glass.

3. Pour the milk mixture over the fruit.

4. Add ice cubes, stir, and serve immediately.

3. Whole Watermelon Korean Fruit Ice

Whole Watermelon Korean Fruit Ice (credit: Cookpad Sachia Siregar)

Make your gathering more festive with fruit ice served directly in a watermelon rind. It tastes great, and its presentation can be the main attraction. This can also be a fun experience for kids. This unique dish serves fruit ice directly in the watermelon rind as a container.

This Korean fruit ice is perfect for family or friend gatherings. Making this fruit ice can also be a fun activity with children.

Ingredients:

• 1 small watermelon

• Dragon fruit, melon, grapes (to taste)

• 2 tablespoons of honey

• Ice cubes as needed

How to make:

1. Cut the watermelon and scoop out some of the flesh.

2. Cut all the fruits into small pieces.

3. Put the fruits into the watermelon, add honey.

4. Add ice cubes and mix well before serving.

4. Korean Fruit Ice Yakult

Fruit ice with a touch of Yakult has a sweet-sour taste that is addictive. Besides being refreshing, Yakult is also good for digestion. Perfect for those of you who want to make fruit ice with added benefits. The combination of fresh fruit and Yakult creates a refreshing sweet-sour flavor.

This Korean fruit ice recipe is perfect for those who want to make healthy fruit ice while also aiding digestion. Its taste is unique and very popular among young people in Korea.

Ingredients:

• Oranges, apples, grapes (cut into small pieces)

• 1 bottle of Yakult

• 1 tsp sugar (optional)

• Ice cubes

How to make:

1. Prepare the fruits in a large glass.

2. Pour Yakult over the fruit, add sugar if you want it sweeter.

3. Add ice cubes.

4. Stir gently and serve cold.

5. Korean Fruit Ice Jelly

Korean Fruit Ice Jelly (credit: Cookpad Mayasari)

Want to make a beautiful and textured fruit ice? Add colorful jelly for a fun chewy sensation. Perfect for serving to children or at a small party at home. Want to make fruit ice that is chewier and more appealing? Add jelly in various colors. This fruit ice is not only delicious but also beautiful and appetizing.

Ingredients:

• Pieces of mango, kiwi, and melon

• Colorful jelly (cut into small pieces)

• 300 ml of soda water or coconut water

• Ice cubes

How to make:

1. Place the jelly and fruit into a serving bowl.

2. Add soda water or coconut water.

3. Stir gently until well mixed.

4. Add ice cubes and it's ready to enjoy.

6. Korean Fruit Ice Boba

Adding boba makes your fruit ice level up to a trendy drink like in Korean cafes. Its texture is chewy, sweet, and definitely satisfying. It’s perfect for those of you who love experimenting with flavors. The addition of boba makes the fruit ice even more interesting and trendy.

For those of you who want to make fruit ice like in Korean cafes, this recipe is a must-try. The chewy texture of the boba perfectly blends with fresh fruit and cold ice.

Ingredients:

• Pieces of strawberries, watermelon, and pineapple

• 100 gr cooked boba

• 1 tbsp brown sugar syrup

• 250 ml milk or coconut water

• Ice cubes

How to make:

1. Mix the fruit and boba into a serving glass.

2. Pour in the milk or coconut water.

3. Add the brown sugar syrup.

4. Stir and serve with ice cubes.

That’s six recipes above, you can make refreshing, healthy, and interesting Korean-style fruit ice. Not only suitable for hot weather, this fruit ice is also perfect for special servings when gathering with family. Happy trying!

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