Iced Creamy Lemonade

This iced creamy lemonade is the perfect drink on a hot summer day! Ultimately refreshing, made with whole foods, and simply gorgeous.

Don’t you wish sometimes that you could enjoy a frozen slush they sell at the movie theater when watching a movie at home? What about a creamy iced lemonade you could enjoy on a hot day?

This recipe is made using only four ingredients and no more than five minutes of your time. Intrigued? I thought so.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This recipe is proof that in some cases, simplicity is key. It only requires four ingredients and a couple of minutes to blend them all together.
• You don’t need any special equipment to enjoy this lemon-flavored frozen slushie. All you need is a blender and plenty of ice!
• This is both a drink and a dessert, a two-for-one!
• There are plenty of ways to customize the flavors, depending on your preference and what you have available.
• If you have guests, this is a sure way to wow them, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or throwing a backyard barbecue.
• Your kids will love these!

Recipe Inspiration

This iced creamy lemonade is a combination of two concepts: creamy lemonade and frozen slushie.

Yes, creamy lemonade is a thing! It is a refreshing beverage that combines the tangy flavor of traditional lemonade with a creamy texture. The creaminess can be achieved by adding ingredients like sweetened condensed milk or heavy cream.

Of course, in this variation of the recipe, we will be using vegan condensed milk. This variation of lemonade is popular in various cultures and is particularly relevant as a cool, sweet treat during the summer months.

A slushie is a type of beverage made from flavored liquid that is partially frozen, resulting in a drink with a slush-like consistency. In a commercial setting, this semi-frozen state is maintained by a special machine. However, we will simply blend our lemonade ingredients with a hefty portion of ice.

If that sounds complicated, don’t worry. The ingredient list is actually very short, and it only takes a few minutes to make this iced creamy lemonade!

Vegan Condensed Milk

A key ingredient in this recipe is sweetened condensed milk. Vegan alternatives usually feature coconut milk, although I have also seen oat-based condensed milk.

If your local stores don’t have it readily available (or if it’s quite expensive), you can actually make some yourself:

• 1 can (13.5 oz) of full-fat coconut milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar

Add the ingredients to a non-stick pan and cook over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves. Reduce the heat and allow the mixture to simmer for about 45-60 minutes until it reduces by about half. The mixture should thicken and become creamy.

Be sure to stir it regularly. Then, pour it into a heat-resistant jar and let it cool completely.

How to Make This Recipe

It doesn’t get any easier than this. Add all the ingredients to a powerful blender and blitz until smooth.

Serve immediately! This recipe yields two generous glasses of iced creamy lemonade.

Hack It!

• This recipe actually works with lots of different fruit. For instance, you could swap lemons for limes, or add raspberries or cherries into the blender.
• If you’re feeling fancy, why not garnish the drinks with some fresh mint or a slice of lemon?
• If you would rather be in charge of the sweetness level, use full-fat coconut milk and maple syrup to achieve the desired flavor.

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