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Lemonade Slushie

A lemonade slushie is a cold, icy beverage made by blending fresh lemon juice with sugar and water, then freezing until it reaches a smooth, sherbet-like consistency. The final dish has a bright yellow color and a refreshing, tangy flavor with a icy, semi-frozen texture that is perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: liquid refreshment
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice approximately 2-3 lemons
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste, ensuring it's fully dissolved
  • 1 cup water cold, to dilute the lemon juice

Equipment

  • Juicer or citrus press
  • Blender
  • Freezer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Juice the lemons using a citrus press until you have about 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice, then pour it into a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the granulated sugar to the lemon juice and whisk vigorously until the sugar dissolves completely. The mixture should look smooth and slightly glossy, with no granules remaining.
  3. Pour in one cup of cold water and stir to combine, creating a simple lemon syrup that’s bright in color and fragrant with citrus aroma.
  4. Transfer the lemon mixture to the freezer and let it chill for at least 2 hours or overnight; this helps it develop a strong intense flavor that will freeze well.
  5. Once frozen solid or semi-solid, remove the lemon mixture from the freezer and break it into smaller chunks with a spoon or spatula—this makes blending easier.
  6. Transfer the chunks to a blender and pulse until the mixture has a smooth, icy consistency similar to sorbet, with tiny icy crystals that feel refreshing on the tongue.
  7. Taste the slushie and, if needed, stir in a splash of lemon juice or simple syrup to adjust tartness or sweetness before serving.
  8. Scoop the icy lemon mixture into glasses, garnish with lemon slices or mint if desired, and serve immediately for a crisp, tangy refreshment.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend in a small amount of coconut milk or add a splash of club soda for extra fizz.