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    Creamy Lemonade

    Modified: Oct 17, 2023 Published: Mar 30, 2023 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    5 from 1 vote

    Creamy lemonade is a fun and simple twist on a classic summer drink. Serve yours up in a cold glass full of ice.

    Recipe: $2.74 | Per Serving: $0.27 | Servings: 10

    two glasses full of creamy lemonade with a pitcher full of it behind them.

    If you love my Whipped Frozen Lemonade then you are going to adore this creamy lemonade recipe. It has all the great taste of a whipped lemonade but without the blender. Made with condensed milk and fresh lemon juice, this drink is creamy, sweet, and tangy.

    Lemonade is such a family favorite over here that we can't seem to get enough of it. Fun and unique variations like Pickle Lemonade, Strawberry Pink Lemonade, and Orange Lemonade keep finding their way into our fridge and this condensed milk lemonade is one that we all agree deserves more recognition.

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    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🧾 Substitutions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🔪 Instructions for Creamy Lemonade
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Storage
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Beverage Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. Minimal ingredients. You only need 4 ingredients to make this drink, making it perfect for when you want something quick and easy. That's the same number of ingredients for our Old Fashioned Lemonade too!
    2. No stove or microwave is needed. Unlike my other lemonade recipes where we need a cooked or Microwaved Simple Syrup Recipe for the sweetener, this drink doesn't need it. The condensed milk is already sweetened so there's no need to dissolve sugars.
    3. It's fast to make! Just open a can and whisk everything together in a pitcher. You can have a pitcher full of this TikTok lemonade in just moments flat.

    🥘 Ingredients

    labeled ingredients needed to make creamy lemonade.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Condensed milk- Use a can of sweetened condensed milk for this lemonade. This will be what gives us the sweetener that our drink needs and the creamy appearance and taste we expect.

    Ice cubes- Make sure to use plenty of ice cubes to fill the pitcher. They not only help to keep the drink chilled, but they also help to stir everything together when we mix.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🧾 Substitutions

    Lemon juice. If you don't have real lemons on hand, you can use concentrate in a pinch. You can also use it to bring the fresh lemon juice up to the required measurement so you can keep that strong lemon flavor.

    Condensed Milk. For a nondairy version or vegan-friendly version, you can swap out the condensed milk with condensed coconut milk or full-fat coconut milk.

    📖 Variations

    Flavored Syrups: Add some fun color with a splash of grenadine syrup. Or use flavored syrups like in our Blue Raspberry Lemonade.

    Adult Version: This lemonade is perfect for the whole family, kids included. But if you'd like an adult only version, you can simply add some vodka to your creamy lemonade.

    🔪 Instructions for Creamy Lemonade

    a pitcher with condensed milk inside.

    Step 1: Add your sweetened condensed milk to the bottom of a large pitcher.

    a pitcher with lemon juice and condensed milk inside.

    Step 2: Add in your lemon juice.

    a pitcher with whisked lemon juice and condensed milk inside.

    Step 3: Whisk well to combine. Make sure to get the edges of the pitcher, as the condensed milk may stick there.

    a pitcher with ice cubes inside.

    Step 4: Add in enough ice to fill the pitcher.

    a pitcher with creamy lemonade and ice cubes inside.

    Step 5: Pour in some cold water to bring the mixture to the top of the pitcher.

    a pitcher full of creamy lemonade with ice and fresh lemons to the side.

    Step 6: Stir well with a long spoon or whisk to mix the drink evenly.

    Step 7: Pour into glasses and serve with fresh lemon slices.

    Enjoy.

    Two glasses of creamy lemonade with lemon slices, pitcher in background.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. Read the labels. Ensure you use sweetened condensed milk for this recipe; do not substitute with evaporated milk as it will yield different results.
    2. For a sweeter taste, consider adding ¼-1/2 cup of granulated sugar to the drink.
    3. To extract more juice from fresh lemons, microwave them for 10-30 seconds, then roll them on the counter before slicing. This method maximizes juice extraction.
    4. If fresh lemons are unavailable, you can use concentrate as a substitute to maintain the desired lemon flavor. Adjust the amount to achieve the required measurement.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Storage

    Refrigeration: This lemonade is good for up to 2-3 days but is best when served fresh. Keep it stored in the fridge when not being used.

    Note: It may separate as it ages. Simply stir together to mix everything back up before serving.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    Can you mix lemonade with milk?

    Lemon and dairy don't normally go together because that will lead to curdled milk and a sour taste. That said, condensed milk can be mixed with lemon juice like in this recipe and still be fine.

    What is lemonade made of?

    Lemonade is traditionally made with lemon juice, sugar, and water, but in our recipe, we replace the sugar with condensed milk for a creamy sweetness.

    Can Lemonade be frozen?

    Traditional lemonade can be frozen, but this condensed milk lemonade should not be frozen. Freezing and thawing will lead to curdled milk and sad results. Freezing into popsicles and eating them while frozen may work, though.

    two glasses full of creamy lemonade with ice and lemon slices.

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    If you tried this creamy lemonade, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    two glasses full of creamy lemonade topped with a lemon slice.
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    Creamy Lemonade

    Creamy lemonade is a fun and simple twist on a classic summer drink. Serve yours up in a cold glass full of ice.
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 127kcal
    Cost Recipe $2.74 / Serving $0.27
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    Equipment

    • Pitcher
    • Large whisk or spoon
    • Measuring Cups

    Ingredients

    • 1 can sweetened condensed milk ($1.86)
    • 1 ½ cup lemon juice (can be fresh squeezed from 7-8 large lemons) ($0.88)
    • 4 cups ice cubes ($0.00)
    • 2 cups water ($0.00)
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    Instructions

    • Add your sweetened condensed milk to the bottom of a large pitcher.
    • Add in your lemon juice.
    • Whisk well to combine. Make sure to get the edges of the pitcher, as the condensed milk may stick there.
    • Add in enough ice to fill the pitcher.
    • Pour in some cold water to bring the mixture to the top of the pitcher.
    • Stir well with a long spoon or whisk to mix the drink evenly.
    • Pour into glasses and serve with fresh lemon slices.
    • Enjoy.

    Notes

    Substitutions:
    • For a non-dairy or vegan version, replace condensed milk with condensed coconut milk or full-fat coconut milk.
    Recipe Tips:
    • Use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk.
    • If you prefer a sweeter taste, add ¼-1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
    • To extract more juice from fresh lemons, microwave them for 10-30 seconds, then roll them before slicing.
    • You can use lemon concentrate to supplement fresh lemon juice for a stronger lemon flavor.
    Storage:
    • Store in the fridge for up to 2-3 days, but it's best when served fresh.
    • Stir together if it separates as it ages.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 47mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 101IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 0.03mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
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