Refreshing Frozen Lemonade Recipe Easy Blend and Serve Summer Drink
A quick and easy frozen lemonade recipe that is tangy, sweet, and icy—perfect for cooling down on hot summer days. Made with fresh lemons, sugar, water, and ice, this blend-and-serve drink is a crowd-pleaser for all ages.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium fresh lemons, juiced (about 1 cup or 240 ml fresh lemon juice)
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 cups (720 ml) cold water
- 3 to 4 cups (450–600 grams) ice cubes
- Optional: lemon zest from one lemon
- Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish or blending
- Optional: sparkling water to top off for a fizzy twist
Instructions
- Roll the lemons on the counter to loosen juices, then cut in half and juice until you have about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Remove seeds to avoid bitterness. (5 minutes)
- In your blender, combine the granulated sugar and cold water. Blend on low for about 30 seconds until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Pour in the fresh lemon juice and add 3 to 4 cups (450-600 grams) of ice cubes.
- Pulse or blend on high for about 30-45 seconds until you get a slushy consistency where the ice is crushed but not completely melted. Adjust thickness by adding more cold water or ice as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or a touch of honey if desired. For extra zing, add lemon zest or a few fresh mint leaves and pulse a couple more times.
- Serve immediately in chilled glasses, garnished with a lemon slice or mint sprig. Top with sparkling water if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for best flavor and acidity. Dissolve sugar in water before blending to avoid grainy texture. Blend in short pulses to prevent ice from melting and making the drink watery. Chill glasses before serving for a colder drink. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 24 hours and re-blend with fresh ice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 23
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 0.3
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