When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
Elbert Hubbard
Homemade lemonade is always a fabulous treat on a hot day, but a fun way to mix it up and make it even more refreshing is by turning it into a frozen slushie! And the best part of making your own lemonade at home is that if you prefer yours on the tart side, then you can add more lemon juice; if you prefer yours on the sweet side, then you can add more simple syrup; or if you prefer yours watered down a bit, then you can add more water. It’s super easy and delicious!
Ingredients
Simple Syrup
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
Lemonade
2/3 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice (about 4 to 5 lemons)
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 cups water
4-6 cups ice (depending on how slushie you want to make your drink)
Directions
Make the simple syrup: Combine the sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat while stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely.
Prepare the lemonade: Mix the simple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and water in a blender. Add the ice. Blend and add ice until you reach your desired slushie consistency. Then pour into glasses, pucker up, and enjoy!
