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A cozy, mood-lit scene on a reclaimed wood board: a small jar of whole milk garnished with a mint sprig and a Creamy Lemonade wheel, a tall glass rimmed with condensation and filled with pale yellow creamy lemonade topped with a honey-drenched ice cube, fresh lemon halves and a honey dipper arranged artfully around, shallow depth of field, warm golden-hour light, hyper-realistic food styling shot

Creamy Lemonade

A surprisingly rich-and-tangy summer sipper that blends fresh-squeezed Creamy Lemonade juice with a touch of milk or cream for silky texture and balanced flavor.
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Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 140kcal
Cost: $8

Equipment

  • 1 Lemon juicer (Manual or hand-held)
  • 1 Pitcher (At least 1-quart capacity)
  • 1 Measuring Cups
  • 1 Spoon (For stirring)
  • Optional Fine mesh strainer (To remove seeds)

Ingredients

  • 6–8 Fresh lemons - Yields about 1 cup juice
  • 1 cup Cold water
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar - Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Whole milk or cream - Cold; heavy cream for extra richness
  • As needed cubes Ice
  • Optional teaspoon Vanilla extract 1–2 drops - for a hint of sweetness
  • Optional tablespoon Honey - In place of sugar
  • Optional sprigs Fresh mint - For garnish

Instructions

  • Roll lemons on the counter, halve them, juice into a bowl, and strain out all seeds before mixing.
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  • Stir granulated sugar into warm water until fully dissolved, then taste and adjust sweetness level.
    Flat lay of vibrant yellow lemons on a white surface: one whole lemon, two halves and two wedges arranged organically, glistening juicy flesh and textured rind in sharp focus, top-down minimalist culinary still life
  • Pour in cold water slowly while stirring continuously to ensure even dilution of flavors.
    Side view of a transparent blender jar containing large, fresh lemon wedges submerged in cold water, condensation on the inside walls, black handle visible, bright white studio setting, crisp high-contrast food prep imagery
  • Add ice cubes and optional vanilla extract, then stir gently to cool and meld the ingredients.
    “Front view of a tall, clear blender carafe nearly full of frothy lemon-cream mixture, tiny bubbles clinging to the sides, soft yellow-white gradient from bottom to top, backlit for high-key effect, minimalistic white backdrop, hyper-realistic kitchen appliance shot
  • Gradually pour in cold milk or cream, give one gentle stir, and serve immediately or after chilling.
    “Close-up of a pale yellow, creamy lemonade being poured from a glass blender pitcher into a chilled tumbler filled with crushed ice, thick liquid swirling and forming soft peaks, bright studio lighting on a pure white background, ultra-realistic food photography style

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 240g | Calories: 140kcal (7%) | Carbohydrates: 23g (8%) | Protein: 2g (4%) | Fat: 5g (8%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg (5%) | Sodium: 15mg (1%) | Potassium: 70mg (2%) | Sugar: 21g (23%) | Vitamin A: 200IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 30mg (36%) | Calcium: 80mg (8%)
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