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Homemade Pink Lemonade Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Homemade Pink Lemonade recipe offers a refreshing and fruity twist on the classic lemonade by incorporating fresh strawberry and raspberry purees. Sweetened with a lemon-infused simple syrup, it’s a perfect balance of tart, sweet, and vibrant berry flavors. Ideal for hot days or any gathering, this lemonade is made from scratch with fresh ingredients and can be served chilled with your choice of water or club soda for a fizzy touch.

Ingredients

Syrup

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/3 cup lemon peel strips (about 2 lemons)

Juice and Purees

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberry puree
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberry puree

To Serve

  • 2 cups water or club soda
  • Ice cubes, as desired

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the water and granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while whisking constantly until all the sugar dissolves completely, creating a clear syrup.
  2. Infuse with lemon peel: Add the lemon peel strips to the simmering syrup. Continue to simmer for about 5 minutes or until the syrup reduces by nearly half, intensifying the lemon flavor. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. Strain and combine: Place a fine mesh sieve over a pitcher. Pour the warm lemon syrup through the sieve to remove the peel strips. Then add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, strawberry puree, and raspberry puree to the pitcher. Stir well, using a spatula to help press and combine the liquids through the sieve for a smooth mixture.
  4. Chill the lemonade base: Refrigerate the mixed lemonade until it is cold and ready to serve, allowing flavors to meld.
  5. Serve: To serve, pour the chilled pink lemonade base into glasses filled with ice cubes. Dilute with your choice of about 2 cups of water or club soda, depending on your preferred level of fizziness and strength. Stir gently and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • The fresh strawberry and raspberry purees add natural sweetness and vibrant color to the lemonade, but you can adjust the quantity to suit your taste.
  • Club soda adds a pleasant fizz, making this a sparkling lemonade; use still water for a classic non-carbonated version.
  • For an extra touch, garnish with fresh lemon slices or whole berries.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
  • You can prepare the lemon simple syrup in advance and refrigerate it, then assemble the lemonade when ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/homemade-pink-lemonade-recipe/