Frozen Raspberry Lemonade

 

½ cup (122 g / 4 ounces) lemon juice, about 2 large lemons (use bottled if desired)
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
½ cup (125 g) frozen raspberries
½ cup water

 3 cups ice cubes
lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
raspberries, frozen, for garnish (optional(

Instructions
1. To a blender, add lemon juice, sugar, raspberries, and water. Puree until smooth (about 2 minutes).

2. Add ice and continue to blend until smooth. Pour into desired glasses.

3. Garnish with lemon and frozen raspberries if desired.

*To Make ahead

Here is how to get the frozen raspberry lemonade made and stored to enjoy on those hot summer days!

1. Prepare the Raspberry Lemonade: Blend the lemon juice, granulated sugar, raspberries, water, and ice cubes until smooth.

2. Pre-freeze the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into ice cube trays or a shallow, freezer-safe container. This allows the lemonade to freeze evenly and makes it easier to blend later.

3. Store in the Freezer: Once frozen, transfer the lemonade cubes or frozen mixture into an airtight, freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bags. Label with the date.

4. Reblend Before Serving: When ready to serve, take the frozen lemonade out of the freezer and let it sit for a few minutes to soften slightly. Then, reblend the frozen mixture or cubes in a blender until smooth.

5. Serve and Garnish: Pour the reblended lemonade into glasses, garnish with lemon slices and frozen raspberries, and enjoy your refreshing drink.

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