Description

This Frosted Strawberry Lemonade is a sweet, tangy, and refreshing beverage perfect for warm days. Made with frozen strawberries, lemonade, and creamy vanilla frozen dessert or ice cream, it blends into a smooth, frosty treat that combines the bright flavors of strawberry and lemon with a creamy twist. Easy to prepare in minutes, it offers a delightful balance of fruitiness and creaminess, ideal for a quick summer refreshment or a fun dessert drink.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups frozen strawberries
1 cup lemonade (fresh or bottled)
1 cup vanilla dairy-free frozen dessert or regular vanilla ice cream

Optional Ingredients

1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
Fresh strawberries and lemon slices for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the strawberries: Place 2 cups of frozen strawberries into a high-speed blender to start the base of your frosted lemonade. Using frozen strawberries keeps the drink chilled and thick.
Add lemonade: Pour in 1 cup of lemonade. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes if needed so the berries soften slightly, which helps with blending.
Add vanilla frozen dessert: Scoop in 1 cup of vanilla dairy-free frozen dessert or regular vanilla ice cream to add creaminess and vanilla flavor to the drink.
Blend until smooth: Blend the contents on high speed until the mixture is smooth, thick, and creamy. Pause to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure an even texture.
Sweeten as desired: Taste the mixture, then add 1 to 2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey if you want it sweeter. Blend again briefly to combine the sweetener.
Serve and garnish: Pour the frosted strawberry lemonade into tall glasses. Garnish with fresh strawberry halves or lemon slices to enhance the presentation, then serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

Use fresh or bottled lemonade depending on availability; fresh lemonade adds a brighter taste.
For a vegan or dairy-free option, choose a dairy-free vanilla frozen dessert instead of ice cream.
If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of lemonade or water to adjust consistency.
Use a high-speed blender for best results to achieve a creamy, smooth texture.
This drink is best served immediately to enjoy the frosty texture and fresh flavors.