There’s nothing better than a cold, refreshing frozen strawberry lemonade on a hot day! It’s sweet, tangy, and perfectly slushy! Think of it as a cross between a classic lemonade and a fruit smoothie! Yum!
If you love this recipe, you are going to love my frozen whipped lemonade too!
Whether you're making a big batch for a backyard BBQ, a poolside treat, or just because you’re craving something delicious, this homemade frozen lemonade is a must-try!
Frozen strawberry lemonade is a staple in our house, especially during the summer months. It’s instantly cools you down and feels like a special treat, even though it’s ridiculously easy to make. Every Summer we go berry picking and I always have a ton of strawberries! This is one of my favorite recipes to make along with strawberry cheesecake dip and strawberry banana milkshakes!
Just like all of my homemade milkshakes and smoothies, these drinks are so much better than store-bought versions! Those tend to be loaded with artificial flavors and way too much sugar, but this homemade version lets us control the ingredients. Plus, it’s ready in just 5 minutes! What more could you want in a yummy drink!
Ingredients to Make Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
- Strawberries. You can use fresh or frozen berries. If you choose to use fresh strawberries, you might want to add some ice to the blender to make it more slushy. Fresh strawberries are easily frozen and I have a whole post on how to freeze strawberries!
- Lemonade. Use your favorite brand. If you have some homemade lemonade, use that!
- Ice cream. This helps make the drink more of a creamy slushy instead of one that is too icy.
Be sure to check out the printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Make a strawberry limeade instead of a frozen strawberry lemonade. Swap out the lemon juice or lemonade for lime juice for a tangy twist.
- Make it an adult version! Add a splash of vodka, rum, or tequila for a frozen cocktail.
- Add different berries! Replace half of the strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
- Make it sparkling! If you love some bubbles, add some sparkling water for a fizzy version.
How To Make Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
Step 1
In a high-speed blender, combine the frozen strawberries.
Step 2
Add the ice cream to the blender.
Step 3
Pour in the lemonade.
Step 4
Blend until the mixture becomes a thick, slushy consistency. If you like it thinner, add a splash of extra water. If you want it thicker, add more ice.
Tips and Tricks
- Use frozen strawberries for the best texture. They make the lemonade extra thick and slushy without needing too much ice.
- Adjust sweetness to taste. If your strawberries are not very sweet, add some sweetener! You can use maple syrup, honey, or even agave syrup. Start with less sweetener and add more until you reach the perfect sweetness.
- Chill your glasses. For an extra frosty drink, pop your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving.
- Use a high-speed blender. A high speed blender is a great tool to have in your kitchen! You can make all sorts of things like carrot cake milkshakes, strawberry vanilla milkshake, and chocolate chip milkshake.
Storage Instructions
Want to prep this ahead of time? Here’s how you do it!
Blend all the ingredients and pour the mixture into ice cube trays. When ready to serve, blend the frozen cubes with a little extra water.
Blend everything together, then store the mixture in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you are ready to serve it, blend it with ice for that slushy texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can mash the strawberries and mix them with the lemonade, then pour over crushed ice. It won’t be as smooth, but it’ll still be refreshing! You can use a food processor too, just be careful when you are pouring it as most food processors don't have spouts.
Yes! If using fresh strawberries, you’ll need to add extra ice to get that slushy texture.
Yes! Double or triple the recipe and serve it in a pitcher over crushed ice, or keep it in a blender and blend as needed.
Frozen Strawberry Lemonade (Only 3 Ingredients!)
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup Strawberries Fresh or frozen
- 1 cup Lemonade Your favorite brand
- ½ cup Vanilla Ice Cream
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to the blender and blend for 1-2 minutes or until the drink is your desired consistency.
Notes
- This recipe will make two small drinks or one large drinks. Feel free to double or triple it when feeding a crowd.
- If you are using fresh strawberries, add some ice to the blender to make it more slushy.
- You can use coconut cream, frozen yogurt, Greek yogurt, or your favorite vanilla ice cream for this drink.
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