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Homemade Lemonade

Homemade Lemonade: Refreshing and Easy in Just 15 Minutes

Enjoy refreshing homemade lemonade crafted in just 15 minutes, the perfect sweet and tart drink that beats store-bought versions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 7 cups water divided
For the Sweetener
  • 1.5 cups sugar try substituting with honey for a different flavor profile
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice about 8 lemons
For the Garnish
  • lemon slices consider fresh mint or basil for a different aromatic twist

Equipment

  • Small Pot
  • Large mixing bowl
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Lemonade
  1. In a small pot, combine 1 cup of water with 1 ½ cups of sugar. Heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the sugar completely dissolves, creating a simple syrup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, pour in the 1 cup of fresh squeezed lemon juice. Gently stir in the simple syrup until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the remaining 6 cups of cold water to the lemon juice and syrup mixture. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Fill a large pitcher with ice cubes. Carefully pour the freshly made lemonade over the ice.
  5. Add a few lemon slices on top for garnish. Serve into tall glasses and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gPotassium: 25mgSugar: 32gVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

For best results, choose ripe lemons and use a citrus juicer to extract maximum juice for your lemonade.

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