Description
Condensed Milk Lemonade is a creamy and refreshing Brazilian-inspired beverage that combines the tartness of fresh lemon juice with the rich sweetness of sweetened condensed milk. Perfect for hot summer days, this no-cook recipe is quick to prepare and can be served chilled or over ice, making it a delightful and unique twist on traditional lemonade.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Lemonade
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- Ice, as needed
For Garnish
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Mix Lemon Juice, Condensed Milk, and Sugar: In a large pitcher, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, sweetened condensed milk, and granulated sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Cold Water: Slowly stir in the cold water, blending all the ingredients until the lemonade is creamy and well combined.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if desired, stirring well to incorporate.
- Chill or Serve Immediately: Refrigerate the lemonade until chilled, or pour it over ice cubes to serve right away.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each glass with lemon slices to enhance the presentation and add a fresh citrus aroma.
Notes
- For a frothy Brazilian-style lemonade, blend all the ingredients with ice cubes instead of stirring.
- Add fresh mint leaves for a refreshing herbal twist.
- Incorporate a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy variation.
- Adjust sugar quantity according to your preferred sweetness level.
- Use ripe, juicy lemons for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Brazilian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
