Description
A refreshing and tangy Frozen Strawberry Lemonade made with frozen strawberries, fresh lemon juice, sugar, water, ice, and lemon zest. This easy-to-make blender recipe delivers a smooth and vibrant summer drink perfect for cooling down on hot days.
Ingredients
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Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups ice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Begin by gathering all the ingredients: frozen strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, water, ice, and lemon zest to have everything ready.
- Measure Lemon Juice: Pour 1 cup of lemon juice into a measuring cup or bowl to start preparing the lemonade base.
- Add Sugar: Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the lemon juice to sweeten the drink.
- Stir Sugar and Lemon Juice: Stir the lemon juice and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved to ensure even sweetness.
- Add Water: Measure out 1 cup of water and pour it into the lemon juice and sugar mixture to dilute the lemonade base.
- Add Strawberries to Blender: Place 2 cups of frozen strawberries into a blender, which will give the drink its fruity flavor and icy texture.
- Add Lemonade Mixture: Pour the lemon juice, sugar, and water mixture into the blender with the strawberries.
- Add Ice: Add 2 cups of ice into the blender for extra chill and thickness.
- Add Lemon Zest: Grate 1 tablespoon of lemon zest directly into the blender to enhance the citrus aroma and flavor.
- Secure Blender Lid: Close the lid securely to prevent spills during blending.
- Blend: Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds or until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined for a creamy frozen texture.
- Check Consistency: Assess the lemonade’s thickness and add more ice if a thicker consistency is desired.
- Stop Blending: Once the desired consistency is achieved, turn off the blender.
- Taste and Adjust Sweetness: Taste the lemonade and add a bit more sugar if it needs extra sweetness.
- Serve: Pour the frozen strawberry lemonade into serving glasses for immediate enjoyment.
- Enjoy: Serve right away as a refreshing, icy beverage perfect for warm weather.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on your preference or use a sugar substitute for a lower-calorie version.
- For a thicker consistency, add more ice or frozen strawberries.
- Rinse blender immediately after use to make cleaning easier.
- Optionally garnish with a lemon slice or fresh strawberry for presentation.
