Cherry Lemonade Recipe

Beat the heat with this vibrant and refreshing Cherry Lemonade recipe! Sweet cherries mingle with tart lemon for the perfect summer cooler. Easily doubled for parties and gatherings. This simple recipe is ready in minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 194.6 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Cherry Lemonade

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How to Make Cherry Lemonade

  1. In a large pitcher or gallon container, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Add 6 cups of cold water to the pitcher.
  3. Gently stir in 2 cups of fresh or frozen cherries (pitted).
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (optional).
  5. Serve over ice in glasses. Garnish with fresh cherries and lemon slices, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

178g

Fat

0g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cherry Lemonade?

Cherry Lemonade takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cherry Lemonade?

Cherry Lemonade has approximately 194.6 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cherry Lemonade?

The key ingredients for Cherry Lemonade are Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar, Cold Water, Fresh Cherries. See the full list with measurements above.

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