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Whipped Lemonade

A refreshing creamy beverage that combines tart lemon juice with whipped cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Summer Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the lemonade base
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice About 4-6 lemons, strained to remove seeds and pulp.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 4 cups water Divided into 3 cups cold water and 1 cup for blending.
  • 2 cups ice cubes Regular or frozen lemon ice cubes for better texture.
For the whipped cream topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream For a fluffy topping.
For garnish
  • Lemon slices Optional, for garnish.
  • Mint leaves Optional, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to eliminate any seeds and pulp.
  2. In a large pitcher, mix the fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Blending
  1. In a blender, combine the lemon mixture with 2 cups of ice cubes and an additional cup of cold water. Blend until smooth, achieving a thick yet pourable consistency.
Whipping the cream
  1. Using a mixer, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Optionally, add a tablespoon of powdered sugar while whipping.
Serve
  1. Pour the blended lemonade into glasses and top each glass with a generous dollop of whipped cream. Garnish with lemon zest, lemon slices, or mint leaves as desired.

Notes

For the best flavor, always use fresh lemon juice. Customize the sweetness and try different garnishes for a personal touch.