There is nothing quite as nostalgic as a tall glass of strawberry lemonade, but this creamy Brazilian twist takes that classic summer memory to an entirely new level. The first time I blended ripe, juicy strawberries with fresh limes and sweet condensed milk, the resulting pale-pink drink looked just like a decadent milkshake. It takes under five minutes to whip up this vibrant, fruity pitcher that is guaranteed to be the star of your next warm-weather gathering.
Why You’ll Love It
The jammy, natural sweetness of the fresh strawberries beautifully softens the bold, zesty bite of the blended lime peels. Adding berries gives the traditional frothy base a lush, dessert-like quality that feels wonderfully rich without being heavy. You will completely fall in love with the stunning, milky pink hue that makes every poured glass feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium fresh limes
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 3 cups cold filtered water
- 1/2 can (7 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups ice cubes
How to Make It
- Wash the limes thoroughly, trim off the ends, and cut them into small wedges with the peel attached.
- Place the lime wedges, hulled strawberries, cold water, condensed milk, and ice into a blender.
- Blend on high power for exactly 20 to 30 seconds.
- Pour the blended mixture immediately through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher.
- Press the liquid through with a spoon, discard the leftover pulp, and serve immediately over glasses completely filled with fresh ice.
Variations & Serving Ideas
- Slushie Version: Blend the strained lemonade with two additional cups of ice for a thick frozen treat.
- Herb Infusion: Add a handful of fresh basil or mint leaves into the blender before pulsing.
- Bubbly Finish: Top each filled glass with a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy lift.
- Garnish: Rim the serving glasses with crushed freeze-dried strawberries and granulated sugar.
- Pairings: Serve alongside grilled burgers, fresh summer fruit salads, or a savory weekend brunch spread.
Final Thoughts
Combining fresh summer berries with the rich, creamy base of a classic Limonada Suíça is truly a flavor match made in heaven. I know this gorgeous, sweet-and-tart pink drink will bring so much joy, comfort, and refreshment to your sunny afternoons!
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Strawberry Brazilian Lemonade
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A sweet and creamy Strawberry Brazilian Lemonade blending fresh limes, juicy strawberries, and sweetened condensed milk for a vibrant, fruity summer drink.
Ingredients
3 medium limes, washed and quartered
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
4 cups cold water
1/2 can (7 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
1. Add the quartered limes and cold water to a blender.
2. Pulse the mixture for 10 to 15 seconds to extract the lime juice without making it bitter.
3. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher and discard the leftover lime solids.
4. Return the strained lime water to the blender.
5. Add the strawberries, sweetened condensed milk, and ice cubes.
6. Blend on high until smooth, frothy, and beautifully pink, then serve immediately in chilled glasses.
Notes
Do not over-blend the limes in the first step, or the white pith will turn the drink bitter.
Using frozen strawberries will give the lemonade a thicker, frostier slushie-like texture.
For a dairy-free version, substitute sweetened condensed coconut milk.
Serve immediately over ice, as the drink can separate and turn bitter if stored.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
