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Elle Cresswell

Creamy Lemonade with a Bright Citrus Twist

A beautifully chilled blend of velvety vanilla and bright, sun-kissed lemon, this silky frozen lemonade delivers the perfect balance of sweet creaminess and vibrant citrus—made for slow summer afternoons, garden gatherings, and those moments when only something ice-cold and utterly refreshing will do.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemonade Base
  • The bright citrusy heart of the recipe—fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced.
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice from around 2–3 ripe lemons — sharp, zesty, and full of natural sunshine. Freshly squeezed makes all the difference here.
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar — just enough sweetness to soften the citrus edge while letting the lemons shine. Adjust to suit your taste.
  • 1 cup chilled water — crisp and cooling bringing everything together into a beautifully smooth lemonade base.
Frosted Lemonade
  • Where creamy meets citrus in the most irresistible way.
  • 2 cups smooth vanilla ice cream slightly softened — rich, velvety, and ready to blend into that signature cloud-like finish. Let it sit for a few minutes for the silkiest texture.

Equipment

  • Measuring cups
  • Blender
  • Pitcher

Method
 

  1. Juice fresh lemon juice until you have ½ cup, about 2-3 lemons. The tart aroma will get your taste buds tingling!
  2. In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice, ⅓ cup sugar, and 1 cup cold water. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, forming a bright lemonade base.
  3. Scoop 2 cups of softened vanilla ice cream into a blender. Pour in the lemonade mixture and blend until smooth and creamy — you want a delightful swirl of lemon and vanilla!
  4. Pour the frosty mixture into chilled glasses and enjoy immediately. It will be a creamy, irresistible treat!

Notes

Taste as you go, adjusting the sweetness to suit your palate, then serve beautifully ice-cold for the most refreshing, creamy citrus sip imaginable.