Strawberry Electrolyte Refresher

Name: Homemade Strawberry Electrolyte Powder
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup (½ ounce) freeze-dried strawberries; ½ cup sugar; 1 teaspoon citric acid; ½ teaspoon table salt; ½ teaspoon dried mint (optional)

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This homemade strawberry electrolyte powder is a four-ingredient sports drink mix made from freeze-dried strawberries, sugar, citric acid, and salt that replenishes carbohydrates and electrolytes lost during exercise.

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Total

15 min

Servings

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Ingredients

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½ cup (½ ounce) freeze-dried strawberries
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon citric acid
½ teaspoon table salt
½ teaspoon dried mint (optional)optional

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Instructions

1
Process all ingredients in blender until finely ground, about 30 seconds, scraping down sides of blender jar as needed.
2
Using fine-mesh strainer, sift mixture into large bowl; discard any seeds and remaining fruit pieces.
3
Transfer to storage container with tight-fitting lid. (Dry mix can be stored in airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Break up any clumps before using.)
4
To drink, combine 8 ounces water and 1 rounded tablespoon dry mix in 2- to 4-cup beverage container with tight-fitting lid.
5
Seal container and shake vigorously until refresher mix is fully combined (fruit powder will not dissolve), about 30 seconds.
6
Serve.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Process ingredients for only about 30 seconds to achieve a fine powder without over-grinding.
Sift the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer and discard seeds and large fruit pieces for a smoother texture.
Store the powder in a dry, airtight container and break up any clumps that form before measuring out servings.
Shake the prepared drink vigorously for about 30 seconds; the fruit powder suspension is normal and will not fully dissolve.

Substitutions

Freeze-dried strawberries → freeze-dried raspberries or mixed berries (changes flavor, maintains electrolyte function)
Table salt → sea salt or pink Himalayan salt (minimal impact on taste or function)
Citric acid → cream of tartar (reduces tartness and shelf life slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Store the dry mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks; break up clumps before using. Once mixed with water, consume the drink immediately or refrigerate for a few hours.

Equipment

blender · fine-mesh strainer

Common Questions

How long does homemade electrolyte powder keep?

Store the dry mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Break up any clumps before using.

Can I make this without citric acid?

Citric acid provides tartness and preservative properties. Lemon juice concentrate or cream of tartar are possible substitutes, though the flavor and shelf life may differ.

Why won't the powder dissolve in water?

Freeze-dried fruit particles naturally won't fully dissolve. Shake the container vigorously for about 30 seconds to distribute the powder throughout the water.