Description
Frosted Lemonade is a refreshing, creamy summer beverage combining the tartness of freshly squeezed lemons with the sweet smoothness of vanilla ice cream. This delightful drink is easy to prepare, perfect for cooling off on warm days, and can be customized with dairy-free alternatives for a versatile treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosted Lemonade Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup ice cubes
- lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Lemonade Base: In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, and cold water. Stir thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved to create the lemonade base.
- Blend Ingredients: Pour the lemonade mixture into a blender. Add the vanilla ice cream and ice cubes. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming the frosted lemonade consistency.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the blended lemonade and adjust sweetness or lemon flavor if necessary by adding more sugar or lemon juice according to preference.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the frosted lemonade into glasses. Optionally, garnish with lemon slices for an elegant presentation. Serve immediately to enjoy the refreshing and creamy texture.
Notes
- You can substitute store-bought lemonade for the homemade version if you’re short on time.
- For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy vanilla ice cream alternative such as coconut or almond milk-based ice cream.
