This bright and sunny Homemade Strawberry Lemonade is what summer dreams are made of! The tart lemons mixed with sweet fresh strawberries serve up pure bliss with every sip! Just 3 ingredients and your state fair style strawberry lemonade is ready to refresh!
You need to experience the outrageous pucker factor for yourself. It will seriously make your taste buds squeal with delight!
This strawberry lemonade is perfectly sweet and tart, and one of the BEST Easy Drink Recipes you’ll ever make!
Pam writes: "Refreshing and delicious!"
I’m convinced that once you try this refreshing lemonade, it will become your favorite new juicy summer tradition!
It’s not hard to make either. From start to finish, it takes just 10 minutes.
How fast is that?
Now, instead of heading out into the traffic and the heat… you can easily make one of your favorite restaurant style drinks right at home! And without a doubt, it’s so much better than the Chick Fil A strawberry lemonade, Red Robin strawberry lemonade, and the Wendy’s strawberry lemonade!
Of course when it’s hot outside, enjoying LOTS of different fresh and fruity drinks is an even better idea. So be sure to also try my sassy Raspberry Lemonade Mocktail, whimsical 7 UP Shirley Temple, and nose tickling Mocktail Peach Bellini!
Now let’s get this marvelous thirst quencher started, shall we?
Ingredients
There’s a simple reason why Copycat Restaurant Recipes always taste better than the original. It’s because you are using higher quality, REAL ingredients!
And with this taste bud pleasing homemade strawberry lemonade, you’ll only need three!
- Fresh Strawberries – Fresh = Better Flavor when making this recipe.
- Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice – Skip the bottled juice and only use fresh squeezed lemon juice for this recipe. The fresh flavor makes a world of difference!
- Sugar – Just your regular white granulated sugar.
- Water – You’ll need both hot and cold water.
You’ll also need a sturdy kitchen blender to prepare this natural strawberry lemonade recipe.
How to Make Strawberry Lemonade
This is how to make strawberry lemonade at home in just a few simple steps…
1. Start by making a simple syrup as directed.
2. Then puree your strawberries.
3. Combine strawberry puree, simple syrup, and fresh squeezed lemon juice in a pitcher, and stir well.
4. Fill up a pitcher with cold water and stir again until well combined.
And that my friends is how to make fresh strawberry lemonade the EASY way!
Scroll down for the printable homemade strawberry lemonade recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How To Store
I recommend storing your homemade strawberry lemonade in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
Strawberry Lemonade Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
There are so many fun ways to change up your lemonade!
To start, you can’t go wrong with my frosty Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Recipe on a hot summer day. You’ll also love serving up my Strawberry Limeade Recipe. (You’ll just swap the lemon juice for lime juice.)
Then go old school when you skip the strawberries to make my fabulously Easy Homemade Lemonade.
Expecting a big crowd? Just serve up my crowd pleasing Strawberry Lemonade Punch with Sprite. It’s always the hit of a party!
Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy homemade strawberry lemonade recipe…
One reader writes: “My favorite drink!”
B. writes: “A summertime essential.”
Alejandra writes: “Absolutely perfect!”
Maria writes: “I love this easy refreshing recipe!!”
Betty writes: “So tasty and refreshing”
Rebecca writes: “Love it! A yummy drink for Spring!”
Mical writes: “Easy and delicious”
Ryan writes: “So yummy and refreshing for Summer.”
Danielle writes: “Amazing!”
Abigail writes: “The most refreshing drink!”
Mary Kate writes: “Delicious! Perfect for the summertime!”
Lisa writes: “Very refreshing!”
Andrea writes: “The perfect summer treat!”
Carla writes: “Yummy”
Pam writes: “Refreshing and delicious!”
Cindy writes: “Mouthwatering!!”
Josh writes: “Super refreshing”
Kyla writes: “The perfect way to kick off Summer!”
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Homemade Strawberry Lemonade
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Hot Water
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 pint Fresh Strawberries
- 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice, this equaled close to 8 lemons
- 4 cups Cold Water, this will vary depending on your taste
Instructions
- Gather your homemade strawberry lemonade ingredients.
- Make a simple syrup by combining the sugar with 1 cup of hot water in a saucepan. Place over medium heat and heat until the sugar in completely dissolved; swirl the pan occasionally. Let cool.
- Once the simple syrup has cooled, puree strawberries in a blender with ½ cup water.
- In a large pitcher, combine strawberry puree, simple syrup and fresh squeezed lemon juice, and stir well.
- Add 4 – 6 cups of Cold Water and stir again. (The amount of water you use will depend on your taste, so add as little or as much as you want to achieve your perfect sweet/tart balance.)
- To add sugar on the rim all you do is wet the rim and dip in a pile of sugar. So easy and tastes good too.
- Serve over ice. If desired, garnish with fresh strawberries and lemon slices. I do it because it looks super stinking cute!
Notes
- How To Store: I recommend storing your strawberry lemonade in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
- FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
Like this recipe? Rate & comment below!A BIG thank you to frugal friend Lisa in Utah for sharing this delicious recipe! You can follow along with Lisa on Pinterest!
Lisa thank you for your tips and recipe you bring life to summer. great info. keep it up. God bless.
You’re very welcome… I’m so glad you’re enjoying the easy recipes!