Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
A thick, icy strawberry lemonade slush made in the blender with frozen strawberries, fresh lemon juice and a little sugar. Refreshing, bright and ready in 5 minutes.
Frozen strawberry lemonade is a sweet, tart slush that tastes like summer in a cup. Frozen strawberries make it thick and icy, while fresh lemon juice keeps it bright.
It takes about 5 minutes in the blender and needs only four ingredients. Adjust the sugar to how sweet your berries are.
Kids love it, and it is a great alcohol-free drink for parties and barbecues.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Only 4 ingredients
- Thick and icy
- Kid friendly and alcohol free
Ingredient Notes
Strawberries: Frozen strawberries make the drink thick without watering it down. You can also freeze fresh hulled berries for a few hours.
Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor. You need about 3 lemons.
See the recipe card below for full measurements.
How to Make Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
Blend
Add the frozen strawberries, lemon juice, sugar and water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Add ice
Add the ice and blend again until thick and slushy.
Taste
Taste and blend in a little more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
Serve
Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh strawberries and lemon slices. Serve right away.
Tips for the Best Results
- Dissolve the sugar in the lemon juice first for a smoother drink.
- Add more ice for a thicker slush, or more water for a drinkable lemonade.
- Blend in a few mint leaves for extra freshness.
- Freeze leftovers in ice pop molds.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| Watery drink | Use frozen berries and blend briefly. |
| Too tart | Add sugar a tablespoon at a time. |
| Chunky slush | Blend the berries with the liquid first, then add the ice. |
Substitutions
- Sugar: Honey, agave or a zero-calorie sweetener.
- Strawberries: Frozen raspberries, mango or peaches.
- Water: Sparkling water, stirred in after blending.
What to Serve With It
- Air fryer burgers
- Copycat Chipotle chicken burrito
- Crispy air fryer shrimp
- Fudgy brownies
Storage and Reheating
Fridge: Best fresh. It separates and melts in the fridge.
Freezer: Freeze in ice pop molds or ice cube trays for up to 2 months; re-blend cubes for a quick slush.
Reheat: Serve cold.
Tools That Make This Easier
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Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
A thick, icy strawberry lemonade slush made in the blender with frozen strawberries, fresh lemon juice and a little sugar. Refreshing, bright and ready in 5 minutes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add the frozen strawberries, lemon juice, sugar and water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add the ice and blend again until thick and slushy.
- Taste and blend in a little more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh strawberries and lemon slices. Serve right away.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories
- 110 kcal
- Protein
- 1 g
- Carbohydrates
- 29 g
- Total Fat
- 0 g
- Saturated Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 24 g
- Sodium
- 5 mg
Nutrition is an estimate per serving without optional sauces, calculated from standard USDA values. It will vary with brands and portion sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh strawberries?
Yes, but add more ice to make it thick. Freezing the berries first gives the best slushy texture.
How do I make it less sweet?
Start with 2 tablespoons of sugar and add more only if needed.
Can I make it ahead?
It is best fresh, but you can freeze it in cubes and re-blend just before serving.
Is frozen lemonade the same as a slushie?
They are similar. Frozen lemonade is blended with ice and fruit, while slushies are often made with syrup and shaved ice.
