Frozen Mango Lemonade
This vibrant Frozen Mango Lemonade combines sweet frozen mango chunks with tangy fresh lemon juice, creating a perfectly balanced slushy drink that’s simultaneously refreshing, indulgent, and stunningly beautiful.
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen mango chunks about 2 large mangoes, peeled and cubed
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice from approximately 6-8 lemons
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar or honey adjust to taste
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish optional
- Lemon slices for garnish optional
Instructions
- Prepare your mangoes if using fresh: Peel and cube 2 large mangoes, then freeze the chunks for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best slushy texture.
- Juice your lemons using a citrus juicer or by hand, straining out seeds. Fresh juice makes all the difference in flavor compared to bottled concentrate.
- Add frozen mango chunks to your blender along with lemon juice, sugar or honey, and cold water. The order of ingredients helps create a smoother blend.
- Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until the mixture becomes smooth but still maintains a thick, slushy consistency. Add the ice cubes if needed to achieve your desired texture.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice as needed. Everyone’s preference for sweet-tart balance differs.
- Pour immediately into chilled glasses for the best texture and experience. The mixture will begin melting quickly.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired, which adds both visual appeal and aromatic elements to your drink.
Notes
- For an extra-cold drink, chill your glasses in the freezer for 15 minutes before serving.
- If your mangoes aren’t sweet enough, you may need to add extra sweetener.
- This recipe works well with pre-frozen store-bought mango chunks if you’re short on time.
- For a make-ahead option, blend everything except the ice, store in the refrigerator, then re-blend with ice just before serving.
- The mixture will separate if left sitting too long—simply stir or quickly re-blend if needed.