How to Make Kool Aid

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Kool-Aid is a classic kids' drink that's perfect for adults, too. It's a refreshing, fruity beverage you can whip up in under a minute. Pour it into a cup full of ice, and you're good to go. If you love the flavor of Kool-Aid, try a few variations: Kool-Aid popsicles and Kool-Aid sherbert.

Ingredients

Classic Kool-Aid

  • 3 1/4 oz packages of Kool-Aid
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 gallon (3.8 L) of cold water

Kool-Aid Popsicles

  • 1 1/4 oz package of Kool-Aid
  • 1 3 oz package of gelatin, plain or flavored
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 cups cold water

Kool-Aid Sherbert

  • 1 1/4 oz package of Kool-Aid
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 cups whole milk
Method 1
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Classic Kool-Aid

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    The pitcher needs to be big enough to hold at least a gallon of water. Pick the biggest one you have so there's plenty of room to stir your Kool-Aid mixture without splashing liquid everywhere. [1]
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    Use a measuring cup to measure out a cup and a half of sugar, then add it to the pitcher.
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    Pour in an entire gallon of water (that's 16 cups) on top of the Kool-Aid mix and sugar.
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    Keep stirring for about three minutes, until the sugar completely dissolves. If you drink it too fast, the sugar will still be in its crystal form.
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    See if it needs more sugar or water. Everyone likes their Kool-Aid to taste a little different.
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    Kool-Aid is delicious poured over ice. Fill up a glass with ice and pour in the Kool-Aid. Store your leftover Kool-Aid in the refrigerator for later use.
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Kool-Aid Popsicles

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    Pour the water into a small pot and set it on the stove over medium-high heat. Bring the water to a full boil.
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    Keep the pot in place on the same burner, but turn off the heat.
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    Stir it in so it's fully incorporated, being careful not to splash the hot water.
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    Keep stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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    Pour in the water and the Kool-Aid and mix until fully combined.
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    Plastic popsicle molds work perfectly, but if you don't have any on hand, just use an ice cube tray. Place popsicle sticks, straws or chopstick pieces in the center of the molds.
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    Place them in the freezer and freeze the mixture for several hours, until it's completely solid.
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    If you have trouble getting them out, run hot water over the bottom of the molds for 20 to 30 seconds, then try again. The hot water will help loosen the popsicles. [2]
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Kool-Aid Sherbert

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    Stir the mixture until the sugar is fully dissolved.
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    A nine or ten-inch baking pan works quite well. It should be shallow enough to help the sherbert freeze evenly, but still deep enough so that the liquid is contained. [3]
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    Cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer.
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    Stirring after half an hour will help the sherbert freeze evenly and acquire the right texture.
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    After a few hours, the sherbert should be scoopable. Use a spoon or an ice cream scoop to serve it up in small bowls.
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    Depends on what kind of flavoring you need. If you need liquid, make some Kool Aid with slightly more Kool Aid than water. If you need a syrup, put a little bit of water on the amount of flavoring you need. If you need powder, just use Kool Aid by itself.
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      1. ↑ http://www.food.com/recipe/absolutely-perfect-kool-aid-33387
      2. ↑ http://www.food.com/recipe/popsicles-24849
      3. ↑ http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/kool-aid-sherbet

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      To make Kool-Aid, start by pouring 3 packages of Kool-Aid into a large pitcher. Then, add 1 1/2 cups of sugar. Next, pour 1 gallon, or 16 cups, of water into the pitcher, and stir everything together for a few minutes so the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Finally, serve your Kool-Aid in a glass over ice, or store it in the fridge for later. To learn how to make Kool-Aid popsicles, scroll down!

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