Frozen Strawberry Lemonade – A Frosty, Tangy Summer Sip

Sweet strawberries and tart lemons come together in this ultra-refreshing frozen treat. A blended drink that’s bright, icy, and sunshine in a glass!

🎉 Introduction

When summer heat hits, nothing cools you down quite like a glass of Frozen Strawberry Lemonade. This frosty pink drink is a dreamy blend of fresh strawberries, zesty lemon juice, and crushed ice—all whipped up into a slushie-style delight. 🍓🍋

Whether you’re lounging by the pool, planning a backyard BBQ, or just need a fruity pick-me-up, this quick blender recipe delivers big on refreshment and flavor.

🛒 Ingredients

(Serves 2–3)

• 1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries (hulled)
• ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
• ½ cup cold water
• ¼ to ⅓ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 2 cups ice cubes
• Optional: lemon zest, mint leaves, or strawberry slices for garnish

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients

1. If using fresh strawberries, rinse and hull them.
2. Juice the lemons and strain out any seeds.

Step 2: Blend the Lemonade

1. In a blender, combine strawberries, lemon juice, cold water, and sugar.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Add ice cubes and blend again until slushy and thick.

Step 3: Taste & Adjust

1. Taste the mix—add more sugar or a splash of water to adjust flavor or consistency.
2. Blend again if needed.

Step 4: Serve

1. Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry slices or lemon wedges.
2. Add mint for a cooling twist.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 2–3
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Blend Time: 2 minutes
• Total Time: ~7 minutes

🥄 Variations

• Boozy Twist: Add a splash of vodka or rum
• Creamy Version: Blend in a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt
• Berry Mix: Add raspberries or blueberries for a flavor twist
• Sugar-Free: Use honey, agave, or stevia instead of sugar
• Citrus Boost: Add orange or lime juice for extra zest

🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead

• Best Fresh: Enjoy immediately for best slushy texture
• Fridge: Can be stored up to 1 day but may separate—re-blend with a few ice cubes
• Freezer: Freeze in ice cube trays; re-blend with a splash of water or juice when ready to serve

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use bottled lemon juice?
   Fresh is best, but bottled works in a pinch.
2. Can I make it with frozen strawberries?
   Yes! Skip some of the ice for a smoother texture.
3. How sweet is it?
   Depends on your strawberries—adjust sugar to taste.
4. Do I need a high-powered blender?
   Any blender works, just blend a bit longer with more liquid if needed.
5. Can I use lemonade instead of lemon juice?
   Yes, reduce sugar if using pre-sweetened lemonade.
6. Is it kid-friendly?
   100%—a fruity slush perfect for all ages.
7. What can I garnish it with?
   Fresh fruit, lemon zest, or a sugared rim.
8. Can I make it ahead for a party?
   Blend and freeze in cubes, then re-blend before serving.
9. What if it’s too tart?
   Add more sugar or a spoonful of honey to balance.
10. Can I serve it as a popsicle?
    Yes! Pour into molds and freeze overnight.

🏁 Conclusion

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade is more than just a drink—it’s summer in a glass. Icy, fruity, and tangy with a splash of sweetness, it’s a refreshingly simple way to brighten any hot day. Whether you’re making it for guests or just treating yourself, it’s a frosty escape you’ll crave again and again. 🍓❄️🍋

Adam

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade – A Frosty, Tangy Summer Sip

When summer heat hits, nothing cools you down quite like a glass of Frozen Strawberry Lemonade. This frosty pink drink is a dreamy blend of fresh strawberries, zesty lemon juice, and crushed ice—all whipped up into a slushie-style delight. 🍓🍋 Whether you’re lounging by the pool, planning a backyard BBQ, or just need a fruity pick-me-up, this quick blender recipe delivers big on refreshment and flavor.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Blend time 2 minutes mins

Total Time 7 minutes mins

Servings: 3 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Serves 2–3
• 1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries hulled
• ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 3 lemons
• ½ cup cold water
• ¼ to ⅓ cup sugar adjust to taste
• 2 cups ice cubes
• Optional: lemon zest mint leaves, or strawberry slices for garnish

Method

 

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients

1. If using fresh strawberries, rinse and hull them.
2. Juice the lemons and strain out any seeds.

Step 2: Blend the Lemonade

1. In a blender, combine strawberries, lemon juice, cold water, and sugar.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Add ice cubes and blend again until slushy and thick.

Step 3: Taste & Adjust

1. Taste the mix—add more sugar or a splash of water to adjust flavor or consistency.
2. Blend again if needed.

Step 4: Serve

1. Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry slices or lemon wedges.
2. Add mint for a cooling twist.

Notes

🥄 Variations
Boozy Twist: Add a splash of vodka or rum

Creamy Version: Blend in a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt

Berry Mix: Add raspberries or blueberries for a flavor twist

Sugar-Free: Use honey, agave, or stevia instead of sugar

Citrus Boost: Add orange or lime juice for extra zest

🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead
Best Fresh: Enjoy immediately for best slushy texture

Fridge: Can be stored up to 1 day but may separate—re-blend with a few ice cubes

Freezer: Freeze in ice cube trays; re-blend with a splash of water or juice when ready to serve

❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use bottled lemon juice?
Fresh is best, but bottled works in a pinch.

Can I make it with frozen strawberries?
Yes! Skip some of the ice for a smoother texture.

How sweet is it?
Depends on your strawberries—adjust sugar to taste.

Do I need a high-powered blender?
Any blender works, just blend a bit longer with more liquid if needed.

Can I use lemonade instead of lemon juice?
Yes, reduce sugar if using pre-sweetened lemonade.

Is it kid-friendly?
100%—a fruity slush perfect for all ages.

What can I garnish it with?
Fresh fruit, lemon zest, or a sugared rim.

Can I make it ahead for a party?
Blend and freeze in cubes, then re-blend before serving.

What if it’s too tart?
Add more sugar or a spoonful of honey to balance.

Can I serve it as a popsicle?
Yes! Pour into molds and freeze overnight.

🏁 Conclusion
Frozen Strawberry Lemonade is more than just a drink—it’s summer in a glass. Icy, fruity, and tangy with a splash of sweetness, it’s a refreshingly simple way to brighten any hot day. Whether you’re making it for guests or just treating yourself, it’s a frosty escape you’ll crave again and again. 🍓❄️🍋