Lemonade Syrup The Easy Way Recipe

Discover the secret to intensely flavorful lemonade syrup using this unbelievably simple South African recipe! Perfect for using up those extra lemons from your garden or the market. This recipe is completely adaptable to the number of lemons you have on hand, making it perfect for any occasion. Forget fixed measurements – this method delivers delicious, homemade lemonade every time. Learn the easy trick that makes all the difference!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 97.9 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemonade Syrup The Easy Way

  • 4-6 lemons (adjust quantity based on desired syrup volume)
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar (adjust to match lemon juice volume)
  • 1 cup water (adjust to match lemon juice volume)

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How to Make Lemonade Syrup The Easy Way

  1. Zest 2-3 lemons (about 2 tablespoons of zest). Set aside.
  2. Juice your lemons. Aim for approximately 1 cup of juice (adjust based on lemon quantity).
  3. Measure the amount of lemon juice (e.g., if you have 1 cup of juice, use 1 cup each of sugar and water).
  4. In a saucepan, combine the lemon zest, measured water, and measured white sugar.
  5. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  6. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then boil vigorously for 5-6 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, gently stir in the lemon juice.
  9. (Optional) Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the zest.
  10. Pour the lemonade syrup into a clean bottle or jar. Refrigerate for later use.
  11. To serve, mix 1 part syrup with 4-5 parts chilled water or sparkling water. Add ice and enjoy your refreshing homemade lemonade!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For Large Groups Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Easy Low Fat Cocktails Punch Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings