Description
This homemade frozen lemonade recipe is a refreshing and tangy treat made with fresh lemon juice, zest, honey, ice, and water. Blended to a smooth, icy consistency, it's perfect for hot days and serves up natural sweetness with a bright citrus punch.
Ingredients
Frozen Lemonade Ingredients
- ½ cup lemon juice (about 5 large lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ⅓ cup honey
- 3 ½ - 4 cups ice
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemons: Zest two of the lemons first to yield 1 tablespoon of zest, then juice the lemons until you have ½ cup of lemon juice.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, 3½ cups of ice, and ½ cup of water into a high-speed blender. Blend on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth. Adjust the texture by adding more ice for thickness or more water for smoothness.
- Serve: Pour the frozen lemonade into mason jars, garnish with a lemon slice, and serve with a straw immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Adjust honey amount to your preferred sweetness level.
- For a thicker consistency, add extra ice; for a more liquid texture, add extra water.
- Serve immediately to maintain the frozen texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
