Here’s a fun and refreshing recipe for Cream Cheese Lemonade — a creamy, tangy twist on classic lemonade with a smooth cream cheese swirl. It’s perfect for summer sips or a unique party drink!
🍋🥤 Cream Cheese Lemonade
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 4
🧂 Ingredients
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4 cups cold water
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1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
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3/4 to 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup cold water (for blending with cream cheese)
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Ice cubes
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Lemon slices and mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
🔥 Instructions
1. Make the lemonade base:
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In a pitcher, combine cold water, lemon juice, and sugar. Stir well until sugar dissolves completely.
2. Blend the cream cheese:
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In a blender, combine softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup cold water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Combine:
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Pour the cream cheese mixture into the lemonade and whisk or blend briefly to combine. The drink will have a smooth, slightly creamy texture.
4. Serve:
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Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour in the cream cheese lemonade.
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Garnish with lemon slices and mint if desired.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Sweetener swap: Use honey or agave syrup instead of sugar.
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Fruity twist: Add pureed strawberries or raspberries for a berry lemonade version.
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Make it fizzy: Use sparkling water instead of still water for a sparkling lemonade.
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Vegan: Substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.