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Easy Lemonade Recipe! (Just 3 Ingredients)

May 24, 2010 By Heidi 23 Comments

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Give your Summer a fun kick in the pants with this Old Fashioned Fresh Squeezed Easy Lemonade Recipe! It’s the perfect lip-smacking way to add a splash of sunshine to your day!

Be sure to try this Strawberry Lemonade Party Punch and this Strawberry Lemonade Slush, too!

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Recipe Easy

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Easy Lemonade Recipe

When life friends give you lemons… {straight from the tree}, what do you do??  You make this easy lemonade recipe, of course!

Cari writes: “Best recipe ever!!! And so easy!”

Now if you’re not already obsessed with Homemade Lemonade, that’s about to change!!

My Aunt Dee in Southern California introduced me to this Fresh Squeezed Easy Lemonade Recipe, with lemons from her back yard. She served it up at my birthday party she was throwing me, and it was truly the best present of all!

Trust me… you’ve never tasted a better lemonade!

It’s a simple and delicious Chick Fil A Copycat Lemonade, and I know you’ll be hooked on it as soon as you try it!

This easy homemade lemonade with fresh squeezed lemon juice can easily be doubled or tripled for a big party, too!

Just 3 ingredients and you’ve got the classic old fashioned fair drink both kids and adults will LOVE!

It truly is the BEST you’ll ever make, and done in just 5 minutes. Woohoo!

Absolutely nothing can beat the sweet ‘n tangy refreshment of this Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, and it’s such a cinch to make!

This intensely tasty Lemonade Recipe will leave your taste buds screaming for more… and more!

So grab some lemons and let’s do this!!

You’re not going to believe how easy this is to make!  Here’s how you’ll make your own homemade lemonade…

Related: More Secret Copycat Recipes

Lemonade Ingredients

You’ll just need three simple ingredients to make the BEST homemade lemonade!

  • Fresh Lemons
  • Sugar
  • Water

That’s it. It really is that simple.

Can You Freeze Lemonade in Ice Cube Trays?

Yep, you sure can!

Lemonade Ice Cubes for drinks are the secret trick to pack a punch of flavor without watering down your lemonade or party punches!

Jennifer writes: “I made these and ended up using them in a fruit punch I made. Delicious use of leftover homemade lemonade I had!”

Melissa writes: “I used lemonade cubes in red Hawaiian punch for my son’s birthday party. Tasted great and wasn’t watered down! Thank you!”

Lemonade Ice Cubes for Drinks

How to Make Lemonade Ice Cubes

Are you ready to make your own Lemonade Ice Cubes?  It’s such a cinch!

1. Simply pour your Fresh Squeezed Lemonade made from the recipe below into an ice cube tray and freeze.

2. Then when you’re ready for your next glass of lemonade, just pop in a few lemonade cubes!

These lemonade ice cubes will keep your glasses chilled, but not watered down as they begin to melt!

How to Make Lemonade from Fresh Lemons

How to Make Lemonade from Fresh Lemons

You won’t believe how easy this classic lemonade is to make!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. First you’ll want to roll your lemons on the counter or cutting board to loosen the juice.

2. Then cut your lemons in half.

3. Now squeeze the juice out of your lemons. You can either squeeze by hand or use a citrus juicer.

4. Make sure to remove and discard any seeds that may appear when squeezing.

5. Dissolve your sugar in HOT water in the pitcher, then add your fresh lemon juice.

6. Add COLD water, stir, and chill in refrigerator.

See… I told you this was going to be easy!!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Strawberry Lemonade Punch Recipe Easy

Lemonade Variations

Want to change up the flavor a bit?  Go for it!

I know you’ll love these tasty lemonade variations, too…

  • Arnold Palmer – Mix equal parts Homemade Lemonade with Unsweetened Iced Tea
  • Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
  • Hawaiian Lemonade (see instructions below)
  • Strawberry Lemonade
  • Sugar Free Lemonade – Oliv writes: “Works just as well with stevia!  Made simple syrup and used 1 cup.”
  • Strawberry Lemonade Punch – perfect for a crowd!

How to Make Hawaiian Pineapple Lemonade

Indulge some of your favorite Hawaiian daydreams when you mix up a pitcher of this sweet and tropical Pineapple Lemonade Recipe! Adding pineapple juice to your lemonade is a game changer!

Here’s how you’ll make it: Use the recipe below, but when pouring in your cold water, also add 1 cup of chilled pineapple juice to the mixture, then stir well.

Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this Hawaiian Lemonade…

Dawn writes: “Super refreshing and delicious”

Kellie writes: “I’ve made this. So refreshing!”

Kim writes: “Super yummy”

Veronica writes: “This pineapple lemonade screams SUMMER!”

Hawaiian Lemonade Recipe

Homemade Lemonade Reviews

Here’s what your friends are saying about this Easy Lemonade Recipe…

One reader writes: “This super simple recipe was so easy the kids got in on the action!”

Jesse writes: “Love it – it’s awesome”

Stephanie writes: “This is soooooo good!  I have made this recipe 10 times already and it never fails to amaze me with its awesome flavor!”

One reader writes: “Made this with my 4 year old. It was so easy!”

Steph writes: “This is my go-to lemonade recipe”

Grace writes: “This lemonade was so good, I loved it”

Valerie writes: “Perfect lemonade!”

Cari writes: “Best recipe ever!!! And so easy!”

Easy Lemonade Recipe

Bree writes: “My family loved it!  My husband said it tasted just like the lemonade from Teds Montana Grill (our favorite lemonade)!”

Hannah writes: “This recipe is really amazing!”

Laurynn writes: “Totally a hit! Not too sweet, not too tart.  Thank you!!!”

Lee writes: “It was perfect and so easy!”

Loretta writes: “I love this recipe! Fresh lemonade is the best! This is quick and easy!”

Brigitte writes: “Excellent “Lemonade Stand” lemonade!”

Sadie writes: “This is so yummy! I steep some Tazo Passion Tea in it and it. is. delicious.”

Tammy writes: “This was a super simple recipe! It was really tasty. We used raw coconut sugar and while it tinted it slightly, tasted like heaven. I’ll never spend time on a simple syrup again.”

Olivia writes: “I made simple syrup with stevia and it worked just as well!”

Donna writes: “My granddaughters and I make this recipe every Summer.  Thanks so much for sharing.  We also like to add puréed raspberries when raspberries are in season.  Yum!”


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Easy Lemonade Recipe

Give your Summer a fun kick in the pants with this Old Fashioned Fresh Squeezed Easy Lemonade Recipe! It's the perfect lip-smacking way to add a splash of sunshine to your day!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time5 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Servings: 5
Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice (4 - 5 medium lemons)
  • 1.5 cups Sugar
  • 1 cup Hot Water
  • 4 cups Cold Water

Instructions

  • Gather your ingredients.
  • Roll lemons on cutting board to loosen juice.
  • Cut lemons in half, and squeeze out fresh lemon juice. (make sure to remove any seeds)
    How to Make Fresh Squeezed Lemonade from Scratch
  • Dissolve 1.5 cups sugar in 1 cup hot water, stir well.
  • Pour in fresh squeezed lemon juice.
  • Add in 4 cups cold water and stir.
  • Pour into pitcher, and let 2 thin slices of lemon float on top as garnish.
    Easy Lemonade Recipe
  • Each glass can be garnished with a thin slice of lemon, too!
    Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Recipe Easy

Notes

Hawaiian Lemonade Recipe
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
How to Make Hawaiian Pineapple Lemonade
Use the same recipe, but when pouring in your cold water, also add 1 cup of chilled pineapple juice to the mixture, then stir well.
Lemonade Ice Cubes for Drinks
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
How to Make Lemonade Ice Cubes
1. Simply pour your Fresh Squeezed Lemonade made from the recipe below into an ice cube tray and freeze.
2. Then when you’re ready for your next glass of lemonade, just pop in a few lemonade cubes!
These lemonade ice cubes will keep your glasses chilled, but not watered down as they begin to melt!
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

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So have you tried this Homemade Easy Lemonade Recipe yet?

Leave a comment & share!

Easy Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Recipe at TheFrugalGirls.com

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    • Brittany says

      October 5, 2023 at 8:05 pm

      I never usually leave a comment on recipe blogs but WOW this recipe is so simple yet soo delicious! My husband never wants to buy store lemonade. He only wants fresh lemonade I make with this recipe. Such a great balance between the tart lemon flavor and just enough sweetness! Plus I can make a gallon of lemonade for a lot cheaper!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        October 6, 2023 at 10:55 am

        Thank you so much for taking the time to share that, Brittany. You just made my day! 🙂

        Reply
    • Donna says

      August 6, 2023 at 10:26 am

      This lemonade is very good. It’s just the right amount of tartness and so easy to make!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 6, 2023 at 5:30 pm

        Thanks, Donna… I’m so happy to hear you liked the lemonade! 🙂

        Reply
    • Christine says

      June 5, 2022 at 1:59 pm

      So easy and delicious! Our California neighbors have trees full of lemons that they share so generously. Yum! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 6, 2022 at 10:24 am

        That’s amazing, Christine! Your neighbors sound SO sweet… nothing beats fresh lemons straight from the tree!

        Reply
    • Christie says

      May 31, 2021 at 2:47 pm

      That looks super refreshing and delicious! I love lemonade and I love it even more when it’s freshly squeezed!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 31, 2021 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks, Christie… it really is so perfectly tangy and delicious! 🙂

        Reply
    • Sandy says

      August 7, 2015 at 9:25 am

      Of course I love your lemonade recipe, but most of all I love your positive attitude and love of God. Your website is a bright spot in my day!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 7, 2015 at 4:13 pm

        Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Sandy! 🙂

        Reply
    • Ellen Houston says

      June 29, 2015 at 6:41 am

      I just tried it and it is soooooo gooood! Thank you! 😉

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 29, 2015 at 10:13 am

        You’re very welcome, Ellen… so glad you liked it! 🙂

        Reply
    • cheyenne says

      February 12, 2015 at 3:22 pm

      I followed this and my lemonade turned out amazing!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        February 12, 2015 at 3:50 pm

        Yay ~ so glad you loved it, Cheyenne! 😉

        Reply
    • Jenn says

      December 23, 2014 at 9:36 am

      Who needs summer for fresh squeezed lemonade!!! This is the first time I’ve ever made my own… it smells fantastic, just waiting for it to chill but I must say my kids have a new respect for me watching me hand squeeze all those lemons. However I did let my daughter know that it is in my best interest to invest in a juicer in the new year 🙂

      Reply
    • Emmalie says

      May 31, 2014 at 8:20 am

      Can’t wait to try it out , I’m going to do a lemonade stand down by the beach so thanks for the recipe !!!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 3, 2014 at 9:27 pm

        Have FUN, Emmalie! 😉

        Reply
    • Pamela Gorby says

      January 14, 2014 at 7:07 pm

      Love the lemonade recipes!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 3, 2014 at 9:27 pm

        Thanks, Pamela! 🙂

        Reply
    • Sherry says

      May 26, 2010 at 8:08 am

      This sounds heavenly on a hot day!

      Thanks for sharing!
      Sherry

      Reply
    • leslie says

      May 25, 2010 at 9:42 pm

      That sounds so divine! Yum!

      Reply
    • ButterYum says

      May 25, 2010 at 3:43 pm

      Fabulous photos. Can’t wait to give it a try!

      🙂
      ButterYum

      Reply
    • Melinda says

      May 25, 2010 at 6:55 am

      So jealous of your fresh lemons! There is nothing like a glass of fresh lemonade on a hot day! This recipe looks quite easy to make!

      Reply

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