Description
This Frozen Raspberry Lemonade is a refreshing and creamy drink blending tangy raspberries, zesty lemonade, and smooth half and half with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Perfect for hot days, it serves as a delightful treat or party beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- ½ 12 ounce can frozen lemonade
- 1 cup half and half
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 4½ cups ice cubes
Optional Garnish
- Fresh mint leaves
- Lemon slices
- Additional fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and measure out the raspberries, lemonade, half and half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes as listed to ensure smooth blending.
- Blend Mixture: Place raspberries, frozen lemonade, half and half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes into a blender in the order listed to facilitate easier blending, especially if using fresh raspberries.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture until the ice and raspberries reach a smooth, slushy consistency that you find desirable.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the blended lemonade into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, or additional raspberries if desired. Serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of ice cubes or half and half to achieve your preferred thickness and creaminess.
- Using frozen raspberries can eliminate the need for as many ice cubes in the blend.
- Fresh mint, lemon slices, and extra raspberries enhance the presentation and add extra fresh flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute half and half with milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- This drink is best served immediately to enjoy its fresh and creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
