Homemade Vanilla Lemonade
Looking for the perfect drink to enjoy on a sunny day? This Homemade Vanilla Lemonade is just what you need! It’s refreshing, tangy, and has a touch of vanilla that makes it extra special. Whether you’re having a picnic, a garden party, or just relaxing at home, this lemonade is sure to impress. The best part? You won’t find this flavor in stores—it’s a treat you make yourself!
Ingredients
For the lemonade:
- 4¼ cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 vanilla pod
- 5 lemons juice
For the garnish
- 2 oz. ice cubes
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- 1 handful fresh mint leaves
Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic
Instructions
Make a vanilla sugar syrup
- Pour the water into a large saucepan and add the sugar.4¼ cups water, 1 cup sugar
- Bring the mixture to a slow boil over medium heat and stir until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Cut open the vanilla pod and scrape out the seeds. Add the seeds and the vanilla pod to the syrup.1 vanilla pod
- Let the syrup simmer gently for 5 minutes to infuse the vanilla flavor.
Cool and mix
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
- Remove the vanilla pod.
- Mix the cooled syrup with the freshly squeezed lemon juice in a large glass jug. Add extra water if you want a milder drink.5 lemons
Serve
- Place the jug in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, so the flavors can be well infused, and the lemonade becomes deliciously cold.
- Fill stylish glasses with ice cubes or crushed ice. Pour the lemonade over it.2 oz. ice cubes
- Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a few fresh mint leaves.1 lemon, 1 handful fresh mint leaves
NOTES
1. Make Ahead: Prepare the syrup and lemon juice in the morning. Mix and chill until ready to serve.
2. Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Stir before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 12mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Iron: 1mg
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