Alex's Lemon Shake

Cool down on a sunny day with Alex's Lemon Shake, a frosty blend of tangy citrus and creamy indulgence that’s ready in just 10 minutes! This refreshing drink combines freshly squeezed lemon juice, crushed ice, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, with velvety vanilla ice cream taking it to a whole new level of lusciousness. Perfectly balanced with an optional drizzle of honey for added depth, this homemade lemon shake is a burst of zesty flavor in every sip. Garnished with thin lemon slices, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious—a crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings or a quick, satisfying treat for two. Whether you pair it with brunch or enjoy it as an afternoon pick-me-up, this creamy lemon shake is the ultimate fusion of tart and sweet!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 large Fresh lemons
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 cups Cold water
• 1.5 cups Ice cubes
• 2 scoops Vanilla ice cream
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for added sweetness)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the lemons thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or residue.

Step 2

Slice one lemon into thin rounds for garnish and set aside.

Step 3

Juice the remaining lemons into a small bowl, ensuring to remove any seeds. You should have about 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice.

Step 4

In a blender, combine the fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, cold water, and ice cubes.

Step 5

Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds, or until the ice is thoroughly crushed, and the mixture turns slushy.

Step 6

Add the vanilla ice cream scoops to the blender and blend again for 20 seconds until creamy and smooth.

Step 7

Taste the shake and optionally add honey if you desire a sweeter flavor. Blend again briefly to mix it in.

Step 8

Pour the lemon shake evenly into two glasses and garnish with the reserved lemon slices on the rim.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy this zesty, cooling treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1096.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	494.2

Total Fat 13.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 57.1mg	0%
Sodium 118.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 75.4g
Protein 6.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224.6mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 537.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.1%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 72.0%