Make this fluffy, creamy Whipped Pink Lemonade. It is a refreshing twist on classic lemonade, perfect for summer parties or a cool afternoon treat.
Author:leogrant
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:5 min
Total Time:20 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Beverage
Method:Blending/Whipping
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup cold water
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cold water (for simple syrup)
1/4 cup cranberry juice or grenadine (for color)
Ice cubes
Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
Make the simple syrup: Combine 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup cold water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Combine the base: In a large pitcher, mix the cooled simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, cranberry juice or grenadine, and 1 cup of cold water. Stir well to combine. Chill this mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Whip the cream: Pour the heavy whipping cream into a large bowl. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to beat the cream until stiff peaks form. This takes about 3 to 5 minutes.
Assemble the drink: Fill serving glasses with ice. Pour the chilled pink lemonade base into the glasses, filling them about three-quarters full.
Top with whipped cream: Gently spoon or pipe a generous dollop of the whipped cream mixture over the top of the lemonade in each glass.
Garnish and serve immediately with a lemon slice.
Notes
For a tangier sweet lemonade flavor, reduce the sugar in the simple syrup to 3/4 cup.
If you need a quick color boost for your homemade pink lemonade, use a few drops of red food coloring instead of cranberry juice.
This recipe makes a great kid friendly drink when served without any additions.