Aunt Susan brings this 2 ingredient refresher to every garden party and the pitcher is always empty in minutes.

This 2-Ingredient Frosted Lemonade is a refreshing “emulsion-based” beverage that combines the sharp acidity of lemonade with the high-fat content of vanilla ice cream. By blending these together, you create a drink that sits perfectly between a milkshake and a slushie—a texture often referred to as “frosted.” The dairy proteins in the ice cream act as a buffer for the lemon’s tartness, resulting in a smooth, “creamsicle-style” finish that is both hydrating and indulgent.

2-Ingredient Frosted Lemonade

Ingredients:

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: The Thermal Prep: Chill a large glass pitcher in the freezer for 10/15 minutes.

Tip: Chilling the pitcher is a vital mechanical step. Because this drink is an aerated dairy mixture, it is highly sensitive to ambient temperature. A cold vessel prevents the “micro-bubbles” created during blending from collapsing, ensuring the lemonade stays thick and frothy rather than separating into a thin liquid.

Step 2: The Blend Ratio: Add the lemonade to the blender first, followed by the softened vanilla ice cream.

Tip: Softening the ice cream for 1/2 minutes is a “viscosity” necessity. If the ice cream is rock-hard, the blender blades will generate excess friction-heat trying to break it down, which can actually melt the drink before it’s finished. Softened ice cream incorporates instantly, keeping the final temperature as low as possible.

Step 3: The Emulsion Phase: Blend on medium-high for 20/40 seconds until the mixture is a uniform pale yellow.

Step 4: Texture Adjustment:

• For a Milkshake Feel: Add 1 extra scoop of ice cream.

• For a Sippable Drink: Splash in 1/4 cup more lemonade.

Step 5: The Immediate Serve: Pour into your chilled pitcher and serve in individual glasses immediately.