Description
A refreshing Frozen Raspberry Lemonade made with fresh or frozen raspberries, frozen lemonade, half and half, and a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Perfect for a cool, fruity summer beverage with optional garnishes like fresh mint, lemon slices, and additional raspberries.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- ½ 12 ounce can frozen lemonade
- 1 cup half and half
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 4½ cups ice cubes
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh mint leaves
- Lemon slices
- Additional fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including raspberries, frozen lemonade, half and half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes. If using fresh raspberries, make sure they are clean.
- Load Blender: Place raspberries, frozen lemonade, half and half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice cubes into the blender, adding them in the order listed for easier blending unless using frozen raspberries.
- Blend: Blend the mixture until the ice and raspberries are fully smooth and reach the desired consistency, adjusting blending time as needed for smoothness.
- Serve: Pour the frozen raspberry lemonade into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, and/or extra raspberries if desired.
- Enjoy: Drink immediately with a straw for the best, refreshing experience.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of ice cubes or half and half to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Using frozen raspberries can make the drink colder and thicker without needing as much ice.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute half and half with coconut milk or almond milk.
- Garnishes add visual appeal and enhance the refreshing taste but are optional.
