Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer refreshment with this delightful Peach Lemonade Recipe. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe peaches and the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemons, this homemade beverage is a perfect companion for warm sunny afternoons, picnics, or backyard barbecues. Made with just four simple ingredients, this refreshing drink is free from artificial flavors, ensuring you enjoy a wholesome treat that everyone will love. Whether served over ice or garnished with fresh herbs, this peach lemonade is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Chill it in the fridge and sip away on those hot summer days!
Ingredients
- 20 oz peaches (approximately 3 large peaches)
- 1.5 cups white granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 5–6 ripe lemons)
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds and pulp.
- Peel and pit the peaches, then slice them into smaller pieces.
- In a sauce pot, combine sliced peaches, sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 cups of water. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium heat for about 15–20 minutes until the peaches are soft.
- Strain the peach mixture into a pitcher and discard excess pulp (or add some back for texture).
- Mix in cold water and the strained lemon juice, stirring until combined. Chill before serving over ice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg