Frozen Strawberry Lemonade - Oh, How Civilized (2024)

Refreshing and sweet, this frozen strawberry lemonade is the perfect cold treat. See how to make it in 3 minutes in a blender.

Recipe Highlights

• This frozen drink is made with the perfect ratio of lemonade, strawberry syrup, xanthan gum powder, and ice. It just takes 3 minutes to make in a blender.
• Xanthan gum, an ingredient in Frappucinos, is the secret ingredient for making this drink frothy and easy to drink.
• Enjoy this frozen strawberry lemonade whenever you’re craving a refreshing and cold beverage on a hot day.

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Xanthan Gum

Made of fermented corn starch, xanthan gum is an all-natural ingredient that keeps ingredients together and is often used in gluten-free baking. It also has a thickening effect in food and drinks.

Starbucks uses xanthan gum in their Frappucino base syrup, which is in all their Frappucinos, making them smooth and creamy.

In this frozen strawberry lemonade, xanthan gum prevents the lemonade and ice from separating, making the drink easy to drink.

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Ingredient Notes

• Lemonade:For the best flavor, use homemade lemonade. This will allow you to better control the sweetness. You can also use store-bought lemonade as a shortcut.
• Strawberry syrup: Homemade strawberry syrup will taste best in this drink but you can use store-bought strawberry syrup or puree.
• Xanthan gum: Before using xanthan gum, check the expiration date on the package. Xanthan gum should be fresh in order to properly thicken drinks.
• Ice: Use smaller ice cubes if you have a low-powered blender. Make ice using filtered water if possible.

For full ingredients and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Pour lemonade, strawberry syrup, and xanthan gum into the blender.

For the smoothest blend, start with the liquid, not the xanthan gum powder. The powder can lead to clumping if it’s added first.

Step 2: Add ice.

The heaviest and hardest ingredient should always go in last.

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Step 3: Blend until smooth. Start on low speed, then quickly increase to high.

Step 4: Pour or scoop frozen strawberry lemonade into cup. Serve immediately.

Garnish with lemon slices for a pretty touch.

Expert Tips

• If using homemade lemonade, make it with fresh lemon juice instead of bottled. This will give the lemonade the best flavor.
• For a more tart drink, add extra lemon juice.
• Air pockets will cause the blender to stop blending or create a drink that’s not completely smooth. Prevent this by adding liquids first and ice, last.
• Move the ingredients around in the container with a blender tamper. This will ensure the ice is properly crushed and the ingredients are evenly blended.
• Garnish the drink with fresh lemon slices, strawberries, or fresh herbs like mint or basil.

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