Kittencal's Really Great Old Fashioned Lemonade Recipe

Quench your thirst with this refreshing homemade lemonade recipe! Made with fresh lemons, this classic beverage is incredibly easy to make and perfect for a hot summer day. Customize it with pink food coloring or honey for a unique twist. Get ready for the most delicious lemonade you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 118.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (25 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kittencal's Really Great Old Fashioned Lemonade

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How to Make Kittencal's Really Great Old Fashioned Lemonade

  1. Roll lemons on a countertop to release more juice. Cut 6-8 lemons in half.
  2. Juice the lemons, aiming for about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice (about 6-8 lemons).
  3. In a large glass pitcher, combine the lemon juice and 1 cup of granulated sugar.
  4. Stir vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  5. Add 6 cups of cold water.
  6. Optionally, add 10-15 drops of red food coloring for pink lemonade, or substitute 1 cup of liquid honey for the sugar for honeyed lemonade.
  7. Stir well to combine.
  8. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed, adding more sugar or honey if desired.
  9. Add ice cubes to fill the pitcher.
  10. Add lemon slices for garnish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g