Our Homemade Frozen Lemonade is a vibrant, zesty, and creamy drink that will keep you cool on the hottest summer days. Ready in less than 10 minutes, this frosty treat combines fresh lemon juice, silky coconut milk, and a touch of honey with a surprising hint of vanilla and ginger. It’s a perfect slushie for the whole family and with a simple tweak, it can become your favorite summer cocktail.
Why You’ll Love This Frozen Lemonade
Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes
Perfect for family-friendly occasions and customizable for adults
Made with healthy, natural ingredients
A refreshing treat that’s enjoyable year-round
Adjustable sweetness and consistency for your preference
Ingredients You’ll Need
⅓ cup pure honey
¼ cup warm water (not exceeding 110°F to retain honey’s benefits)
3-4 cups ice cubes
1 can (13.5 oz) light coconut milk, well chilled
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (from 2-3 lemons)
1 tbsp lemon zest (zest of 1 lemon)
½ tsp vanilla extract (the secret ingredient)
¼ tsp ground ginger
Optional garnishes: lemon slices, fresh mint, maraschino cherries
How to Make This Frozen Lemonade Recipe
Step-by-Step Instructions
Dissolve the honey in warm water until fully mixed. Be sure to keep the water under 110°F to preserve the honey’s natural health benefits.
Add the honey mixture, ice cubes, coconut milk, lemon juice, zest, vanilla extract, and ginger into a blender. Blend until frothy and slushie-like. If the blender struggles, add the ice cubes gradually and adjust the amount for your preferred consistency.
Pour the mixture into glasses and garnish with lemon slices, fresh mint, or cherries for a decorative touch.
Enjoy immediately. Frozen lemonade is best served fresh, so grab a glass and sip away.
FAQs
If you prefer not to use honey, you can substitute it with an equal amount of agave syrup or simple syrup. These alternatives will still sweeten your lemonade effectively while maintaining a smooth texture.
Absolutely, you can reduce the amount of ice to achieve a more juice-like consistency. Adjust the ice based on whether you prefer a thicker slush or a more fluid beverage.
For a festive look, garnish with fresh lemon slices, a sprig of mint, or a maraschino cherry on top. For a fun twist, add a colorful straw or a small umbrella for a party vibe.
To preserve the health benefits of honey, make sure the water used to dissolve the honey is under 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Higher temperatures can degrade the beneficial enzymes and nutrients in honey.
To experiment with flavors, consider adding a splash of raspberry syrup, peach nectar, or even a few strawberries during the blending process for a fruity twist. Lime zest or orange zest can also add a refreshing citrus note.
Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey. Start with less than the recipe calls for, taste, and add more as needed. Everyone’s sweetness preference can differ, so this allows you to customize the drink to your liking.
Serving Suggestions
For the best experience, serve your homemade frozen lemonade in chilled glasses to keep it frosty longer. You can also:
- Pair it with light summer snacks like fruit salads or grilled veggies.
- Serve it alongside brunch dishes such as pancakes or avocado toast.
- Pour it into popsicle molds and freeze for a fun frozen treat.
- Use decorative straws and cocktail umbrellas for a festive touch.
Variations and Add-Ins
Fresh ginger: Replace ground ginger with ½ inch of peeled fresh ginger for a stronger kick
Milk substitutes: Use almond, oat, or dairy milk instead of coconut milk
Alcoholic version: Add vodka, rum, or tequila for an adult-friendly twist
Garnishes: Top with lemon slices, fresh mint, or edible flowers for a decorative flair
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Homemade Frozen Lemonade Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This cool and creamy frozen lemonade recipe combines zesty fresh lemons, smooth honey, and light coconut milk for a refreshing summer treat. Perfect for the whole family, and ready in less than 10 minutes
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup pure honey
- ¼ cup warm water
- 3–4 cups ice cubes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) light coconut milk, well chilled
- ⅓ cup lemon juice (from 2–3 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- Optional garnishes: lemon slices, fresh mint, maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Dissolve honey in warm water until fully mixed, keeping the temperature under 110°F.
- Add honey mixture, ice cubes, coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and ginger into a blender.
- Blend until frothy and slushie-like. If needed, add ice cubes gradually to adjust the consistency.
- Pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices, fresh mint, or cherries. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a stronger ginger flavor, substitute ground ginger with ½ inch of fresh peeled ginger.
- Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing the honey amount.
- To turn this into a cocktail, add 1-2 ounces of vodka, rum, or tequila before blending.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 48 g
- Sodium: 181 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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