Description
Enjoy a refreshing Frozen Strawberry Lemonade, a perfect blend of frozen strawberries and fresh lemon juice, sweetened to your taste. Ideal for hot summer days, this vibrant drink will quench your thirst and brighten your mood!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients listed above. If you dont have frozen strawberries, freeze fresh strawberries by washing them, removing the stems, and placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze for a few hours until solid.
- Juicing the Lemons: Roll each lemon on the countertop with your palm to soften them, making juicing easier. Cut them in half and use a citrus juicer or a fork to extract the juice. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds and pulp, if desired. You should have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Measure the Sugar: Measure out 1 cup of granulated sugar. If you prefer a less sweet drink, start with ¾ cup and adjust to taste later.
- Prepare the Water: Measure out 2 cups of cold water to help dilute the lemonade and balance the flavors.
- Combine Ingredients in Blender: In a blender, combine the frozen strawberries, freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, cold water, and ice cubes.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more cold water to help it blend better.
- Taste and Adjust: Once blended, taste the mixture. If its too tart, add more sugar, a tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until you reach your desired sweetness. If its too sweet, a splash of lemon juice can help balance it out.
- Prepare Your Glasses: While the drink is blending, prepare your serving glasses. You can rim the glasses with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it into a plate of sugar.
- Pour the Drink: Once blended, pour the frozen strawberry lemonade into the prepared glasses, filling them about three-quarters full to leave room for garnishes.
- Garnish: Garnish each glass with a fresh strawberry on the rim and a slice of lemon. Add a few mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
- Serve Immediately: This drink is best served immediately while its still frosty and cold. Enjoy the refreshing taste of your homemade frozen strawberry lemonade!
Notes
- Optional Variations: Add a splash of club soda for fizz, experiment with other fruits like raspberries or mango, or make it a cocktail with vodka or rum.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer. Stir or blend again before serving if it separates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes