Whipped Pink Lemonade
A fluffy, dreamy summer drink with a cloud-like texture, blending fresh lemonade with whipped cream and a splash of pink color for a refreshing and Instagram-worthy treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tall serving glasses
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 6 lemons
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar or simple syrup
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 cup heavy cream or whipped topping
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice strawberry syrup, or grenadine (for pink color)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: pinch of cream of tartar for stabilizing whipped cream
- Garnishes: lemon wheels fresh berries, mint sprigs
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, sugar, and cold water. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a concentrated lemonade base. Chill if needed.
- In a separate cold bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add a tiny pinch of cream of tartar if using, to help stabilize the foam. Avoid overwhipping.
- Slowly fold the whipped cream into the lemonade base gently, preserving as much airiness as possible.
- Gradually add the pink coloring agent (cranberry juice, strawberry syrup, or grenadine) until the desired pink hue is reached. Mix gently.
- Fill serving glasses with ice cubes. Pour the whipped pink lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish with lemon wheels, fresh berries, and mint sprigs. Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon for enjoying both the foam and liquid layers.
Notes
Keep all ingredients and equipment cold to maintain foam stability.
Serve immediately; foam starts to break down after 30 minutes.
For longer-lasting foam, add a pinch of cream of tartar before whipping cream.
Experiment with flavor variations like strawberry puree, lavender syrup, coconut cream, or muddled raspberries.
Avoid over-whipping cream or adding acidic lemon juice too quickly to prevent curdling.
Prepare lemonade base ahead of time and whip cream just before serving for best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1.5gFat: 7gSugar: 18g
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