Ingredients
Frozen Hibiscus Lemonade
- 1 cup lemonade
- 3 tablespoons hibiscus syrup
- ⅛ teaspoon xanthan gum
- 1½ cups ice
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Place lemonade, hibiscus syrup, xanthan gum, and ice in a blender. Secure the lid tightly and add the ingredients in the order listed to ensure proper blending.
- Blend the mixture: Start the blender on LOW speed for 5 seconds to mix ingredients gently, then increase speed to HIGH and blend for 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and slushy.
- Serve: Pour the frozen hibiscus lemonade into a serving cup. Optionally, line the inside of the cup with thin lemon slices for extra flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy at its coolest.
Notes
- Using xanthan gum helps create a smooth and consistent texture by preventing ice crystals from forming.
- For a stronger hibiscus flavor, increase the hibiscus syrup slightly, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- Use fresh or good-quality lemonade for best flavor.
- This recipe serves one but can be easily multiplied for more servings.
- To make it vegan and gluten-free, ensure your hibiscus syrup does not contain any animal products or gluten-based thickeners.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
