Description
This Homemade Lemonade Recipe is a refreshing and classic drink perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh lemons and simple ingredients, it’s easy to prepare and a hit with all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Lemonade:
- 6–8 fresh lemons (enough for 1 cup of juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves or lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed:
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Measuring cups
- Large pitcher
- Wooden spoon
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the lemons: Roll each lemon firmly against your countertop using the palm of your hand. This technique helps release the juices before cutting.
- Extract the juice: Cut the lemons in half and squeeze out the juice using a juicer or reamer. Aim for approximately 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain out seeds and excess pulp if desired.
- Make a simple syrup: In a small saucepan combine the sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat stirring constantly until the sugar completely dissolves. Allow this simple syrup to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Mix your lemonade: Pour the lemon juice and simple syrup into a large pitcher. Add the remaining 4 cups of cold water and stir thoroughly.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate your lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving. Pour over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves or lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Homemade Lemonade, Lemonade Recipe, Fresh Lemonade
