Description
Cool summer afternoons call for magical Frozen Strawberry Lemonade, blending sweet berries with zesty citrus into a refreshing slushy treat. Chilled glasses filled with this simple, tangy-sweet drink promise instant relief from sweltering heat, inviting you to savor pure seasonal bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
Ice and Liquid:
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1/2 cup cold water
Instructions
- Hull and slice fresh strawberries, ensuring they are clean and free from stems.
- Transfer strawberries to a blender, combining them with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Add granulated sugar and honey to the blender, creating a sweet and tangy base.
- Pour cold water into the blender to help facilitate smooth blending.
- Add ice cubes to the mixture, which will provide a frosty texture and chill the beverage.
- Blend all ingredients on high speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and uniform.
- Pause blending and scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Resume blending for an additional 15-20 seconds to achieve a silky, consistent texture.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if needed by adding a touch more honey or sugar.
- Pour the frozen strawberry lemonade into chilled glasses.
- Optional: Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice or lemon wedge for visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while the drink is icy cold and frothy.
Notes
- Choose ripe, vibrant strawberries for maximum sweetness and intense flavor in your drink.
- Opt for freshly squeezed lemon juice to elevate the brightness and avoid artificial taste.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like agave nectar or stevia for a low-calorie version.
- Freeze extra strawberries beforehand to create an even more intense frozen texture without diluting the drink with additional ice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg