15 Chill Ways to Use Bone Broth in the Summer – Bare Bones

15 Ways to Use Bone Broth in the Summer (+ 35 Bone Broth Recipes!)

We often consider bone broth a cozy winter warmer to sip while wrapped in our favorite sweater. Though it definitely fits that vibe, it’s also a total summer slayer!

Packed with collagen, essential minerals, and other nutrients your body craves year-round, it’s nature’s ultimate wellness elixir. So why should we give up all the health benefits of bone broth just because the sun’s shining?

Let’s ditch the myth that it’s only for chilly days and explore all the cool ways to use bone broth during the summer.

But first, let’s quickly recap why this liquid gold is such a big deal (and soon to be your new summer BFF).

☀️ BONE BROTH BENEFITS FOR SUMMER + BEYOND

Bone broth is a nutritional powerhouse. It’s nature’s highest source of dietary collagen (beat that, collagen peptides!). It’s also loaded with essential minerals and electrolytes, gelatin, amino acids (the building blocks of protein), and joint-friendly glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate.

That’s why studies show the nutrients in bone broth support:

Healthy digestion and gut health [*]
Leaky gut healing [*]
Reduced inflammation [*]
Stronger immunity [*]
Bone and joint health [*][*]
Radiant nail, hair, and skin health [*]

This simmered pot of pure goodness boosts your overall well-being throughout the year.

But how exactly do you use bone broth in summer?

Let’s clear up a quick misconception before we dive into our hot weather hacks:

🤔 CAN YOU DRINK BONE BROTH COLD?

Absolutely! You can sip chilled bone broth by placing a cup in the fridge or adding ice cubes to room-temp bone broth.

Heads up: Properly made bone broth gels when chilled (that’s the beneficial gelatin!). It will slowly melt back into your broth the longer it sits out of the fridge.

Quicker solution? Grab the electric frother you use for your lattes and whiz your cold bone broth for a minute to reincorporate that gelatin before sipping.

😎 Psst! You don’t have to worry about this with our Instant Bone Broth powder. Just rip open an individually portioned stick, mix with water, and sip away!

Now that you know this fun fact, let’s begin our Summer of Bone Broth with:

🍹 THE BEST SUMMER BONE BROTH DRINKS

Use these ideas to serve up the best summer bone broth benefits in a chilled glass poolside, beachside, or anywhere your trusty tumbler takes you:

1. COOL BONE BROTH BLISS

Chilled bone broth is fantastic on its own. But if you want to make your bone broth taste even better, try making healthy summer drinks with bone broth and these

additions:

A sprig of fresh mint, basil, cilantro, parsley, or rosemary
A squeeze of citrus
A few sliced jalapenos or olives
A splash of your favorite sparkling beverage
A serving of your fave juice (cranberry, mango, pineapple — you get the idea!)

You’ll have an elevated sip you can customize all season, depending on what’s in your pantry or ripe at the farmer’s market.

👉 Need a no-mess, no-fuss option? Try our Lemon Ginger and Thai Coconut bone broth flavors over ice. They’re *chef’s kiss*!

2. HYDRATING BONE BROTH DRINKS

Is bone broth hydrating? You bet! Using bone broth for your hydration goals makes a smart idea.

After all, hydration is more than chugging H2O; it’s also about balancing your electrolytes. Bone broth contains electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium — essential minerals that help your body retain fluids.

Replacing both your fluids and electrolytes lost via summer sweat with bone broth keeps you hydrated and primed to make the most of these long summer days.

You can also try these healthy bone broth alternatives to sugary drinks for the ultimate summer sip:

Instant Bone Broth Powder + Natural Electrolytes. Natural sources of electrolytes like watermelon and coconut water are a perfect pairing.
Instant Bone Broth Powder + Electrolyte Powder. Combine a sugar-free electrolyte mix with our Instant Bone Broth powder for a travel-friendly, beach-ready option.

3. BONE BROTH ICE CUBES

Another genius bone broth hydration hack? Freeze bone broth in ice cube trays!

You can flavor your ice cubes before freezing to make yummy chilled bone broth drinks or simply add them to your iced tea, lemonade, smoothies, cocktails, or mocktails.

It’s a sneaky way to add a subtle boost of protein and extra nutrients to all your hot-weather beverages.

🐶 Did you know that dogs love bone broth ice cubes too? There’s nothing better than licking an icy bone broth treat after playtime in the sun!

4. BONE BROTH LATTES, COCKTAILS, + MOCKTAILS

Take your summer sipping to the next level by adding beef or chicken bone broth, and you’ll also up that drink’s nutritional profile.

When you want something different from your standard java, try these summer bone broth drinks: Iced Matcha Latte with Bone Broth or Cocoa & Coconut Milk Bone Broth Latte.

Adult beverages? Bone broth can actually enhance the flavor of a Bloody Mary and cut the sweetness of a daiquiri or Pina Colada. Give our Bone Broth Michelada or the Bull Shot cocktail from Bon Appétit a go.

If you’re feeling adventurous, try creating your own refreshing bone broth mocktails for summer. You can use our Spicy Summer Sipper as inspiration:

Combine chilled bone broth with a splash of apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and sliced jalapeños. Shake with bone broth ice cubes and enjoy!

Beyond this delightful world of bone broth beverages lies a culinary landscape of light and refreshing recipes using bone broth. Shall we dive in?

11 WAYS TO USE BONE BROTH IN THE SUMMER (+ 35 BONE BROTH SUMMER RECIPES!)

Bone broth is a total chameleon. It can be the secret ingredient in a variety of delicious dishes and summer treats. Here are some creative ways to cool down with bone broth all season long:

1. BONE BROTH POPSICLES

Bone broth popsicles are a soon-to-be classic summer treat. They deliver all the

cold bone broth benefits you want while slashing the sugar content of traditional popsicles.

You and the kiddos can make healthy and hydrating bone broth popsicle recipes by blending bone broth with fruit puree or juice and an optional sweetener. Just pop the mix into a popsicle mold, freeze, and voila! Swap out the juice and fruit to change things up all season.

Learn the basics with our Watermelon and Blackberry Bone Broth Popsicles recipe!

2. BONE BROTH ICE CREAM

Ready to meet your new summer obsession? Bone broth ice cream is an excellent way to beat the summer heat and give your body a little nutritional boost.

Start with your favorite homemade ice cream recipe. Then, swap out some of the liquid (milk, cream, coconut milk, etc.) for bone broth to score a unique, gut-friendly twist on a classic.

3. BONE BROTH SMOOTHIES

Smoothies are one of the most refreshing bone broth recipes for hot weather. And kids love them because you can’t even taste the bone broth when you pack your smoothies with real, whole-food ingredients.

Substitute bone broth wherever you might add a liquid, then toss in some fresh fruit, a scoop of your fave protein powder, and some healthy fats. Throw in some ice cubes, blend it up, and you’ll have a summer-ready drink that’ll keep you energized and satiated.

Check out these smoothie recipes using bone broth to find your new go-to:

4. BONE BROTH SMOOTHIE BOWLS

Bone broth makes smoothie bowls even more satisfying and crave-worthy. Each bite is like giving your body a major glow-up from the inside out.

Blend your favorite fruits and veggies with bone broth for a creamy and nutritious base (thanks, collagen!). Then, top with granola, nuts, seeds, nut/seed butter, coconut, or fresh fruit.

Our Bone Broth Smoothie Bowl is a delicious, nutritious way to start your day or refuel after a workout.

5. CHILLED SUMMER BONE BROTH SOUPS

Soup may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of refreshing

bone broth recipes for hot weather, but that just means you need to try more chilled soups!

You can replace all or some of the water in any soup recipe with bone broth. You can also swap out the heavy cream in your traditional winter soups with bone broth for a lighter version.

Bone broth packs a protein punch that instantly elevates the satiety factor of any soup, so it becomes a deeply nourishing meal. Cold soups also work really well during a summer bone broth cleanse.

So when temperatures start rising, consider chilled soups like gazpacho, vichyssoise, or our Cashew and Basil Zucchini Soup.

6. POWER BOWLS + SUMMER SALADS

A power bowl is a customizable, super versatile, nutrient-rich meal packed into a bowl. The base of every power bowl typically consists of grains (like quinoa, brown rice, or farro), noodles, or leafy greens.

We’re partial to quinoa because it’s a complete plant-based protein, perfect for days when you want something light yet filling. Using bone broth to cook a quinoa salad for summer? Genius!

Rather than cooking your grains in water, cook your quinoa in bone broth for added flavor, protein, and nutrients. Top with crisp summer veggies, chopped nuts, and a light vinaigrette.

These bone broth salad and power bowl options are just as easy:

7. BONE BROTH-BASED SAUCES + DRESSINGS

Looking for creative uses for bone broth in your summer meals? Why not add it to your favorite sauces and dressings? Think creamy avocado dressing, zesty chimichurri, or a tangy vinaigrette for your power bowls.

You’ll want to smother these bone broth sauces on everything:

8. SHAREWORTHY BONE BROTH DIPS

Dips are the ultimate party food. They’re easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and ideal for sharing, whether you’re hosting a backyard bash or a chill get-together in the A/C. They also give you another way to use bone broth in hot weather.

Dip into deliciousness with these healthy bone broth-based dips:

9. SUMMER RECIPES FOR THE BEST BACKYARD BBQ

Summer BBQs are all about good food, good friends, and good vibes. Elevate your cookout with these bone broth-packed recipes that will make your backyard the hottest spot in the neighborhood:

Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs
Tangy Rosemary & Lemon Potato Salad
Beefy Roasted Potato Wedges
Party Wings
Quick-Pickled Vegetables
Sweet & Savory Onion Jam (the KING of burger toppings!)

10. PASTA WITH A NUTRITIOUS TWIST

Pasta’s always the answer for busy weeknights, impromptu gatherings, or picky eaters. But instead of heavy winter lasagna, we’re thinking about these refreshing bone broth recipes for summer:

PS: You can lighten those bone broth recipes with zucchini noodles!

11. EASY SUMMER BRUNCH IDEAS

Brunch is the most important meal of the weekend, and bone broth can help you create satisfying, nourishing brunch dishes that hit the spot. From savory to sweet, these recipes will make your lazy Sunday mornings even more enjoyable:

🏖️ BARE BONES INSTANT BONE BROTH: THE SUMMER MVP

Bone broth is officially a hot weather staple — and our Instant Bone Broth is the best bone broth powder for summer!

Perfect for the beach, the office, traveling, camping, and beyond, our paleo and keto-friendly “rip sticks” supply 10 grams of protein and collagen per stick and mix with water in seconds.

Choose from our classic Grass-Fed Beef Bone Broth or Chicken Bone Broth, or spice up your summer adventures with our Ramen, Lemon Ginger, and Thai Coconut flavors. You can’t go wrong with the former, and you’ll love making refreshing hydration drinks with the latter.

Stash one in your bag for a satisfying, energizing boost during the day, or keep them in your pantry for last-minute recipes and impromptu gatherings. They’re better for you than bouillon and have all the same convenience.

So save this guide and recruit bone broth as your summer sidekick, and you’ll glow all season long! ✨

Our mission at Bare Bones is to meet you where you are and nourish you with real, whole-food-based nutrients in the form that best fits your lifestyle.