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Amanda Smith

Lemonade with a Twist: Refresh Your Summer Drink Today!

A refreshing twist on traditional lemonade, combining fresh lemon juice with sweetened condensed milk and a hint of vanilla for a delightful summer drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh lemon juice about 8-10 lemons
  • 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk. Stir well until the condensed milk is fully dissolved.
  2. Gradually add the cold water to the mixture, stirring continuously to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk if desired.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor.
  4. Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Serve over ice cubes in glasses and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a fruity twist, add pureed strawberries or raspberries to the lemonade before chilling.
  • For a sparkling version, substitute half of the cold water with club soda or sparkling water just before serving.

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