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Blend up this creamy, cool strawberry lemonade treat that’s perfect when it’s blazing out. Loaded with bright berries, a zippy splash of lemon, and yogurt makes everything silky smooth. My crew begs for it on the hottest days 'cause it’s as easy as it gets when you need something sweet and chill fast.
Once I made this for my niece and nephew at a cookout, now if there’s sunshine, they start asking for it nonstop
Delicious Ingredients
- Sugar: brings that old-school sweetness and tones down any tartness from the lemon
- Fresh lemon juice: way more punchy and bright than anything from a bottle Squeeze lemons that feel heavy in your hand for extra juice
- Frozen strawberries: pack loads of color and keep things thick The deeper red, the sweeter and tastier they are Use year-round, no sweat
- Vanilla yogurt: makes it extra luscious and gives a gentle tang Want it super thick? Go full fat, but lower fat yogurt still works just fine
Easy Blending Steps
- Chill and Enjoy:
- Pour your smoothie into icy glasses and drink it right away for maximum froth Add a berry or lemon on top if you want to dress it up
- Blend Everything:
- Grab your blender, toss in frozen strawberries, yogurt, that lemonade base, and a couple ice cups. Crank it to high. Make sure it’s all totally blended with no icy pieces left If needed, stop and scrape the sides to get everything mixed
- Combine the Base:
- Whisk up your cooled homemade syrup, lemon juice, and cold water in a big pitcher. Stir till all blended and clear This is your lemonade base
- Make Simple Syrup:
- Mix sugar with half a cup of water in a saucepan, set over medium, stir until clear and no sugar grains left Then let it chill until it’s cool
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Wild how just one lemon squeeze perfumes the whole room. I love adding a sprinkle of zest over the top at the end for an extra zing. When I was little, we’d race to see who could squeeze the most out of their lemon half
Stay Chill
Super cold and smooth is best, right after blending. You can prep the syrup and lemonade base ahead of time, keep them in the fridge, and just blend when you’re craving it. If it separates, re-blend with more ice to fix it up
Swap It Up
Feel like going all-natural? Swap out the sugar for honey or agave. Try Greek yogurt if you want more protein. Using fresh berries? Throw in more ice so it stays thick and cool
Serving Suggestions
Fill huge glasses with it and extra ice for mega hot days or freeze into pop molds for a treat that cools you down. Add strawberry slices or some fresh mint on top for a nice touch. Try it with eggs at brunch or with granola for something super fresh on the side
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Fun Origin Story
Strawberries and lemonade have been crowd favorites at summer fairs and cookouts forever. Turning them into a drink is a newer spin but keeps that classic sweet-tart flavor and adds creamy goodness Homemade lemonade from real lemons has always been big in American kitchens
Common Questions
- → Can I use non-frozen strawberries instead of frozen?
Totally, fresh berries will work. Just pop in extra ice to keep it thick and chilly.
- → Will it turn out if I skip the dairy?
Sub in a plant-based yogurt, like coconut or almond, and you're all set—no milk needed.
- → How can I make it turn out extra smooth?
Give your blender some time to really break everything down. Still lumpy? Strain it through a fine sieve for super smoothness.
- → Is it okay to blend this ahead of time?
It tastes best if you drink it fresh, but you can totally mix the lemon and syrup early and keep it cold in the fridge till you’re ready to blend.
- → Don't have vanilla yogurt on hand?
Swap in plain yogurt and mix in some vanilla extract or honey. Tastes just as good!
- → How do I make it not so sweet?
Cut back the syrup or bump up the lemon juice for more tartness. Play around until it’s the way you love it.