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Homemade Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

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This refreshing homemade strawberry lemonade recipe combines the tangy zest and juice of fresh lemons with the sweet, smooth puree of ripe strawberries. Perfectly balanced with a homemade lemon sugar syrup and chilled with ice, this beverage is ideal for warm days or casual gatherings. The recipe yields a crisp, fruity drink with a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors.

  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Lemon Syrup

  • 1/2 to 1 cup white granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • Zest from 2 lemons
  • 1 cup water

Lemonade

  • 1 1/2 lbs fresh strawberries
  • 1 1/2 cups lemon juice (from 10 to 12 lemons)
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 6 cups water (plus additional for dilution)
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 2 large lemons, sliced

Instructions

  1. Making the Lemon Syrup: Add the sugar into a small saucepan, adjusting the quantity to your desired sweetness from 1/2 cup for mild sweetness to 1 cup for sweeter lemonade. Add the zest of 2 large lemons and blend with the sugar using your fingers to release the lemon oils.
  2. Pour in 1 cup of water and heat the mixture over medium-high heat on the stovetop, stirring until all the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil. Once dissolved, cool the syrup in the refrigerator.
  3. Squeezing the Lemons: Slice 10 to 12 lemons in half and juice them into a large measuring cup. Strain the lemon juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds and pulp, ensuring a smooth liquid for the lemonade.
  4. Pureeing the Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries. Place them in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. If you lack a blender, crush the berries with two forks or a potato masher for a rustic puree.
  5. Making Lemonade: In a large pitcher or dispenser, add 1 cup of sliced strawberries and 2 sliced lemons to infuse additional fresh flavors.
  6. Add about 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to start chilling the drink.
  7. Pour in the chilled lemon sugar syrup, the strained lemon juice, and the pureed strawberries.
  8. Add 6 cups of cold water to the mixture and stir well with a large spoon to combine all ingredients evenly. Adjust water quantity to taste.
  9. Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving for the best flavor. Serve with light ice to avoid diluting the lemonade.

Notes

  • Nutrition facts provided are based on using 1/2 cup sugar. Adjust sugar quantity to suit your preference and recalculate nutritional values accordingly.
  • For a smoother puree, use a blender or food processor. Crushing with forks or a masher works if you don’t have electronic equipment but will be less smooth.
  • Try to avoid adding too much ice when serving to prevent watering down the lemonade.
  • The recipe yields approximately 12 servings.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/homemade-strawberry-lemonade-recipe/