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This creamy pink lemonade turns your favorite summer sip into a smooth, dreamy treat. On those crazy hot afternoons, I love fixing a batch for backyard hangs or when the kids beg for a fun drink.
Honestly, this pink lemonade has saved us from a lot of boring summer days! I first whipped it up with some leftover cream, and now my friends won't stop asking for it whenever they drop by.
Dreamy Ingredients
- Ice: If you've got big cubes, use those—keeps drinks cold without melting too fast
- Heavy whipping cream: Keep it super cold for the fluffiest results
- Pink lemonade mix: I like Country Time, but really, any will do the trick
- Water: Go with filtered if your tap tastes kinda funky
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Stir It All Together:
- Before you sip, give your drink a quick stir. Let the whipped topping swirl in with the pink lemonade for a super smooth, creamy flavor. Watch those pretty pink and white ribbons mix together.
- Pile on the Fluffy Cream:
- Spoon huge clouds of the pink lemonade cream right on top. Don't be shy—it should spill over the rim! The way the layers look is half the fun, so snap a pic for social if you want.
- Load Up with Ice:
- Drop ice in each glass until it’s about two-thirds full. Bigger cubes stick around longer and keep your drink from getting watered down. Make sure you leave space up top.
- Mix Your Lemonade:
- In two glasses, add a tablespoon of lemonade mix plus three-quarters cup water. Stir like crazy so nothing's left sitting at the bottom—a good mix means the whole glass tastes bright and consistent.
- Whip Up the Creamy Base:
- In a bowl, blend a quarter cup of lemonade mix with half a cup of cold heavy cream. Use your mixer on high for 3–4 minutes so it gets really thick and holds its shape. You want a light pink, puffy texture that stays put.
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What I like best is how the creamy part takes the sharpness out of the lemonade. It totally brings back memories of those frozen treats my grandma had chilling in her freezer every summer, but this is extra lemony and feels a little more grown up.
Fun Boozy Version
Want to spice things up? Add a shot of vodka or white rum—one ounce per glass—right before the fluffy topping. It gives the drink a little kick but still lets the pink lemonade shine. Friends love the adult twist, especially with some berries tossed on top and fancy glasses.
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Smart Storage
Go ahead and whip the cream up to 4 hours early—put it in an airtight container in the fridge. If it softens, just whip it again for half a minute and you're golden. The lemonade mix can chill in the fridge a whole day, but drop in the ice right when you serve so it stays super cold.
Switch It Up
This drink is begging for twists! Use raspberry lemonade powder for an even bolder color and berry punch. Want to keep it real? Squeeze your own lemons and toss in a dab of cranberry juice or some food color. For holidays, sprinkles on top take it up a notch.
FAQs About the Recipe
- → What's the step-by-step for whipped pink lemonade?
First, beat chilled cream and lemonade powder till it’s thick. Next, pour water over more lemonade mix in your glasses. Finish up by dropping that whipped topping on your drink.
- → Is it possible to swap out the lemonade flavor?
Sure, go ahead and use any lemonade powder or change up the flavors to suit what you like best.
- → Got tips to keep whipped cream nice and fluffy?
Make sure your cream is super cold and stop beating as soon as it's holding its shape. That way, you get the fluffiest results.
- → Can this be prepped in advance?
It's tastiest right after making, but you can definitely whip the cream early. Store it in the fridge until you're ready to pour and serve.
- → How do I make it non-dairy?
Use a plant-based whipping cream instead of dairy, and you’re all set for a dairy-free version.