Dreamsicle Drink Mix in a Jar – Easy Sweet Orange Drink Mix Recipe

Dreamsicle Drink Mix in a Pint Jar Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Category: Beverages
Recipe Yield: 1 Pint Jar

Description:
This sweet and nostalgic Dreamsicle Drink Mix in a Pint Jar is perfect for sharing and making your own delicious drink mixes right at home. With a vibrant orange color and creamy marshmallows, this homemade mix can be enjoyed in a variety of ways—from a warm, comforting drink to a refreshing cooler or even a creamy milkshake. A fun gift idea and an easy treat to prepare for any occasion, this recipe brings the flavors of a creamy orange dreamsicle to life in an instant.

Ingredients

Nutritional Information

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sugar:
   In a small bowl, mix the sugar with a few drops of food coloring until you achieve the desired shade of orange. Just a few drops should be sufficient to give it that iconic orange tint.

2. Prepare Marshmallows:
   Place the marshmallows—both orange and white—into a small ziplock bag. This bag will be placed inside the jar to keep the marshmallows separate from the other ingredients until you’re ready to use them.

3. Layer the Jar:
   Begin layering your ingredients in a pint-sized jar in the following order:

   • First, add the orange-colored sugar at the bottom of the jar.
   • Next, layer in half of the dry milk mixture.
   • Follow with a layer of orange drink mix.
   • Add the remaining half of the dry milk mixture.
   • Finish by adding the marshmallow bag to the top of the jar.

4. Recipe Variations:
   You can attach three fun and easy recipe variations to the jar, allowing the recipient to enjoy the drink mix in different ways. Here are the options:

   • Dreamsicle Warmer:

     1. Remove the bag of marshmallows from the jar and set them aside.
     2. Pour the contents of the jar into a large bowl and stir everything together.
     3. Place the mix back into the jar or transfer it to another container for easy storage.
     4. To serve, scoop 3 tablespoons of the mix into a cup and add 1 cup of boiling water.
     5. Stir until the mixture is fully dissolved. Top with marshmallows and enjoy!

   • Dreamsicle Cooler:

     1. Place the following ingredients in a blender:
        • 1/3 cup of the drink mix
        • 8 ice cubes
        • 1 cup of milk
     2. Blend until the ice is crushed and everything is well combined. Pour into a glass and enjoy the chilled, creamy refreshment.

   • Dreamsicle Shake:

     1. In a quart-sized jar, combine:
        • 1 scoop of soft vanilla ice cream
        • 1 cup of milk
     2. Add 1/3 cup of the prepared drink mix.
     3. Seal the jar with a lid and shake, shake, shake until everything is mixed and frothy. Pour into a glass and indulge in the thick, dreamy shake.

Additional Tips:

• If you’re giving this mix as a gift, feel free to decorate the jar with ribbons or a tag that includes the recipe variations. It makes for a charming and thoughtful present!
• The Dreamsicle Drink Mix can be customized further by adjusting the sweetness or flavor intensity by adding more or less of the drink mix and sugar according to personal preference.
• For an even more indulgent drink, you could use whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top of your drinks for extra flavor and presentation.

Serve this dreamy drink mix at your next gathering, or gift it to someone special! Whether enjoyed warm, cool, or as a shake, this Dreamsicle Drink Mix will surely bring a smile to anyone’s face. A deliciously easy and fun treat for all ages, it’s a fantastic way to create lasting memories with loved ones.