Aunt Susan’s Famous 2-Ingredient Frosted Lemonade
This is one of those recipes that sounds almost too simple to be this good! My Aunt Susan has been making this creamy, frosty lemonade for years, and every time she brings a pitcher to a summer gathering, it disappears almost immediately.
There’s no complicated preparation, no long ingredient list, and no special equipment needed beyond a blender. Just cold lemonade and creamy vanilla ice cream come together to create a smooth, frosty drink that tastes like a cross between homemade lemonade and a creamy frozen dessert.
It’s perfect for summer cookouts, backyard barbecues, garden parties, potlucks, family reunions, picnics, or simply cooling off on a hot afternoon. The sweet-tart lemonade pairs beautifully with the rich vanilla ice cream, creating a refreshing drink that both kids and adults love.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cold lemonade
- 1 quart vanilla ice cream
How to Make Aunt Susan’s Frosted Lemonade
1. Chill the Ingredients
For the best results, make sure your lemonade is very cold before you begin. You can also let the vanilla ice cream soften slightly at room temperature for a few minutes so it blends more easily.
2. Add the Lemonade
Pour the cold lemonade into a large blender. Using chilled lemonade helps keep the finished drink thick and frosty.
3. Add the Vanilla Ice Cream
Add the vanilla ice cream to the blender with the lemonade. You can use regular vanilla ice cream for the richest and creamiest texture.
4. Blend Until Smooth
Cover the blender and blend until everything is completely combined and creamy. The mixture should become thick, pale yellow, frothy, and smooth.
Be careful not to overblend, because you want to keep that delicious frosty texture.
5. Serve Immediately
Pour the frosted lemonade into chilled glasses and serve right away while it is cold, creamy, and frothy.
For a party, transfer it to a large pitcher and keep it chilled until you’re ready to serve.
Serving Tips
For an extra-special presentation, serve the frosted lemonade in chilled glasses with fresh lemon slices around the rim.
You can also add a small scoop of vanilla ice cream to the top of each glass for an extra-creamy finish.
If you’re serving this at a backyard party or potluck, make a large batch and keep it chilled. Give the mixture a quick stir before pouring because the frothy texture can settle slightly as it sits.
Why Everyone Loves This Recipe
- Only 2 ingredients
- Takes just minutes to prepare
- No cooking required
- Creamy and refreshing
- Perfect for summer gatherings
- Kid-friendly and family-friendly
- Great for last-minute guests
- Easy to make in a large batch
Aunt Susan’s Secret
The secret is keeping both ingredients very cold and serving the drink immediately after blending. The cold lemonade keeps everything refreshing, while the vanilla ice cream gives the lemonade its signature creamy, frosty texture.
Once you try this easy combination, you may understand why Aunt Susan never comes to a summer gathering without it!
Save this recipe for your next cookout—you only need TWO ingredients!