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Two glasses of strawberry lemonade.

Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

Katie | Wheat by the Wayside
Bright, sweet and tangy, Homemade Strawberry Lemonade is the perfect summer drink! Make this easy drink for any occasion!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 3 cups water, divided
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz Fresh or frozen strawberries about 2 cups
  • ¾ cup fresh lemon juice 4-8 lemons
  • 3 ½ cups ice or enough to fill desired container
  • strawberry and lemon slices optional for garnish

Instructions
 

Make Strawberry Simple Syrup

  • Place 1 cup water, sugar, and strawberries in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer. Let simmer for about 5 min or until the strawberries are soft and the sugar has dissolved.
  • Strain out the strawberries, without mushing them, and allow the simple syrup to cool a bit before making the lemonade.

Make the Strawberry Lemonade

  • Pour the simple syrup, lemon juice, and remaining water into a large glass pitcher or mason jar. Stir to combine.
  • Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • When ready to serve, fill the remaining space in the pitcher with ice. Optionally, add sliced strawberries and lemons for garnish. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal