Lemon Ice

Lemon Ice is a refreshing frozen dessert made with lemon juice, sugar, and water. It’s light, icy, and full of zesty lemon flavor—ideal for hot summer days. This recipe serves 4 and takes only 10 minutes to prepare (plus freezing time). No ice cream maker needed!

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• Banana Pudding Pops
• Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers
• Watermelon Cake

💖 Why You’ll Love This Lemon Ice

• Light, fresh, and super refreshing on hot days: Lemon Ice is the perfect answer to summer heat. It’s icy, zesty, and gives a cooling burst of citrus flavor that wakes up your senses.
• No special tools needed—just a fork and freezer: Unlike ice cream or sorbet, which often need an ice cream maker or blender, Lemon Ice is incredibly easy to make with what you already have at home.
• Low-calorie and hydrating: Each serving of Lemon Ice is low in calories, making it an excellent choice if you’re looking for a guilt-free dessert.
• Easy to make ahead for parties or snacks: You can prepare Lemon Ice several days in advance and keep it stored in the freezer until ready to serve. It’s a fantastic make-ahead option for parties, BBQs, or even weekday snacks.
• Perfect balance of sweet and tart: Lemon Ice delivers a clean, balanced flavor—sweet enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, but with a sharp citrus tang that keeps it bright and lively.
• Simple ingredients, big flavor: With just a few pantry basics—lemons, sugar, and water—you can create a dessert that tastes like something you’d get at a restaurant.

🍋 Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for more flavor)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups water
• Optional: mint leaves or lemon slices for garnish

🍦 How To Make Lemon Ice

1. Juice the lemons: Squeeze fresh lemons to get 1 cup of juice. Add zest if using.
2. Make the syrup: In a bowl or small pot, mix lemon juice, zest, sugar, and water. Stir until sugar is fully dissolved.
3. Freeze: Pour the mixture into a shallow dish (like a baking pan). Place in the freezer.
4. Scrape every 30–60 minutes: Use a fork to stir and scrape the mixture as it freezes. Repeat 3–4 times until the texture becomes light and icy like a granita.
5. Serve: Scoop into bowls or cups and garnish with mint or lemon slices if desired.

✅ Tips For Best Results

• Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for bold, fresh flavor.
• Adjust sugar based on your sweetness preference.
• Zest adds a strong lemon punch—use it if you love tart.
• Scraping regularly gives it that soft, flaky ice texture.
• Serve quickly—Lemon Ice melts fast!

🍻 What To Serve With Lemon Ice?

Lemon Ice is a perfect match with grilled dishes, seafood or rich meals as a palate cleanser. It’s also great on its own as a light dessert. Serve it between courses or alongside fruit salads for a cool zesty finish.

🧊 How To Store Lemon Ice?

In the freezer: Store lemon Ice in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Scrape before serving to fluff the texture.

❓ FAQs

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• Fruit Salad in a Pineapple Boat
• Honey Poppy Seed Fruit Salad
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🥄 Lemon Ice Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 80
• Carbs: 21g
• Sugars: 20g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Vitamin C: 30% DV
• Hydration: High