Fresh Lemonade Syrup 🍋
Cook Time: 1 minute
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 31 minutes
Servings: 22
Yield: 5 1/2 cups concentrate
Description:
With this homemade lemonade syrup nestled in your refrigerator, whipping up a refreshing, thirst-quenching pitcher of fresh lemonade is as easy as pie! This delightful recipe, shared by the talented Kathy Kittell from Kansas, hails from the Quick Cooking collection. The beauty of this syrup is its adaptability – choose between traditional sugar or the sweetness of Splenda for Baking. For a zesty twist, consider swapping out some of the lemon juice for fresh lime juice! 🌟
Ingredients:
- 3 cups lemon juice 🍋
- 1 cup boiling water 💧
- 3 cups Splenda granular (or sugar, if preferred) 🍚
- Rind of 4 lemons 🍋
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | In a 2-quart bowl, add 1 cup of water and microwave for 1 minute. | 1 minute |
| 2 | Stir in the Splenda for Baking until fully dissolved. | 2 minutes |
| 3 | Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the grated lemon peel. | 3 minutes |
| 4 | Give it a good stir to combine all the flavors into lemony bliss. | 1 minute |
| 5 | TO PREPARE LEMONADE: For a single serving, mix 1/4 cup of the syrup with 3/4 cup of water in a glass. | – |
| 6 | Add a handful of ice cubes for that perfect chill. | – |
| 7 | FOR HALF GALLON: Mix 2-2/3 cups of the syrup with 5 cups of water. | – |
| 8 | Stir gently to ensure every sip is just right. | – |
| 9 | TO FREEZE: When life gives you lemons (and they’re abundant!), whip up a batch of syrup and pour into ice cube trays. | – |
| 10 | Pop those lemony cubes out once frozen and stash them in a freezer-safe zip-style bag. | – |
| 11 | FOR A SERVING: Drop 2-3 cubes into a glass, pour in 3/4 cup of warm (not hot) water, and stir until the cubes melt. | – |
| 12 | Top it off with ice and enjoy your icy delight! | – |
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 7.3
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 2.3g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 0.1g
Recipe Notes:
- Versatile Sweeteners: Whether you opt for the classic sweetness of sugar or the lower-calorie alternative with Splenda, this lemonade syrup is here for you!
- Lime Love: For a tangy twist, swap out some of the lemon juice with fresh lime juice. It’s a citrus celebration!
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare a batch of this syrup and stash it in the fridge for impromptu lemonade moments.
- Freeze and Sip: Turn this syrup into convenient lemony ice cubes for easy, on-the-go lemonade fixes.
- Large Batch Ready: Hosting a party? Scale up the recipe for a half gallon of lemonade goodness!
- Sip and Smile: Enjoy this fresh lemonade on hot summer days, lazy afternoons, or anytime you need a refreshing sip of sunshine. 🌞
Keywords:
Lemon, Citrus, Fruit, Less than 60 Minutes, For Large Groups, Beginner Cook, Easy
Recommended Pairings:
- Freshly baked cookies 🍪
- Grilled chicken or fish 🐟
- A sunny afternoon on the porch swing ☀️
Now you’ve got the secret to sunshine in a glass! 🍋✨ Serve up smiles and sips of pure summer with this delightful Fresh Lemonade Syrup recipe. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying a quiet moment on the patio, or simply in need of a refreshing pick-me-up, this lemonade is sure to hit the spot. Cheers to homemade happiness! 🥂
