Ingredients
Frosted Lemonade Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (divided use)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup ice-cold water (see notes)
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Prepare Lemon Mixture: In a blender, combine the lemon zest, ½ cup of the lemon juice, and the granulated sugar. Let this mixture rest for about 5 minutes to allow the sugar to start dissolving before pulsing the blender until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add Ice Cream and Water: Pour in ¼ cup of ice-cold water along with the vanilla ice cream. Blend the mixture until it is smooth and well combined. If the texture is too thick, add more cold water gradually until you reach the desired consistency.
- Adjust Tartness: Taste the frosted lemonade, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice if you like a tarter flavor. Blend briefly to incorporate.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the frosted lemonade into glasses and serve right away for the best refreshing experience.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Ice-cold water helps to keep the frosted lemonade refreshing and not overly thick.
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, reduce the amount of lemon juice or add a little more sugar.
- You can substitute vanilla ice cream with a dairy-free alternative to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
