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This Frosted Lemonade is a tasty Chick-fil-A copycat recipe. It uses minimal ingredients and only takes minutes to blend together. It’s a great drink for a hot summer day!

Two glasses of Frosted Lemonade with lemon garnish and straw.

I love an easy copycat recipe, and this Frosted Lemonade is one of my absolute favorites. It is a super easy, refreshing treat to throw together when the craving calls!

I’m obsessed with lemonade drinks, and they’re even better if they include ice cream, which is exactly what this perfect treat has.

We make this all the time! We live in Florida, so it doesn’t usually get too cold, so this is an all-year recipe for us, but now that the weather is warming up elsewhere, I had to share it with you!

You will seriously not get anything easier than this recipe! That is what makes this homemade lemonade one of our favorites: it takes so few ingredients to throw together.

Lemonade is great on its own, but this recipe elevates its flavors and takes your normal fresh lemonade routine to the next level.

I recommend using fresh lemons for this recipe. You can certainly use the bottled stuff, but fresh is always better, and this frozen lemonade drink is no exception.

Once you try this recipe, you will absolutely cut back on your trips to the drive-thru! Save yourself some money and make this beloved Frosted Lemonade at home.

Some of our favorite drinks we have on our site include: Shamrock Shake, White Wine Spritzer and Strawberry Banana Smoothie.

Close up overhead of frosted lemonade in glass with lemon garnish and straw.

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:

With only 4 simple ingredients found at any local grocery store, this lemonade copycat recipe is super easy to throw together.
This frosty beverage can be doubled to make more for others.
Any vanilla ice cream will work with this recipe.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):

Granulated sugar
Fresh lemon juice
Water
Vanilla ice cream

Ingredients needed to make a Frosted Lemonade.

HOW TO MAKE FROSTED LEMONADE:

Place the sugar, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
Take off the heat and let cool to room temperature, for 10 minutes.
Place in the fridge for 30 minutes until chilled.
Place the ice cream into a blender.
Add the lemonade mixture.
Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:

WHAT IS THE TEXTURE OF THIS?

This makes a thick milkshake-like texture.

Enjoy it with a spoon or straw.

If you want it a little less thick, add a splash of milk or more lemonade.

WHAT IS THE BEST VANILLA ICE CREAM TO USE?

Use your favorite vanilla ice cream, I used basic vanilla, but you can use a vanilla bean or French vanilla if you prefer.

DO I NEED A FOOD PROCESSOR?

This will require a food processor or blender to make it come together.

Two glasses of Frosted Lemonade on white board with lemons.

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DOES THIS TASTE LIKE CHICK-FIL-A?

Chick-fil-A uses its soft-serve signature icedream in its Frosted Lemonade, along with its signature in-store lemonade.

Dare I say this version is even better than Chick-fil-A?!

ANY ADDITIONS?

YUP!! Experiment with different flavors to find what you love.

Fresh fruits are best for that summer heat. Get ready for a refreshing drink!

Whipped Cream: Top with whipped cream for an extra creamy texture.
Lemon Zest: Add a hint of lemon zest for an intense lemon flavor.
Mint Leaves: Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
Strawberry Puree: Swirl in some strawberry puree for a fruity flavor twist. Frosty strawberry lemonade!
Vanilla Extract: Add a little bit of vanilla extract for extra depth.
Lime Juice: Mix in a little lime juice for a citrusy blend.
Honey: Substitute granulated sugar with honey for a natural sweetness.
Blueberries: Blend in some blueberries for a colorful and fresh taste.
Slice of Lemon: Garnish with fresh lemon slices for a pretty presentation and fresh taste.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

Absolutely. I know I crave this frosted lemonade recipe on a hot day.

It’s seriously the perfect summertime treat. Try it and see. The whole family will love it.

Agave Syrup: Substitute granulated sugar with agave syrup for a different kind of sweetness.
Almond Milk Ice Cream: Use almond milk ice cream for a dairy-free and creamy texture.
Orange Juice: Substitute lemon juice with orange juice for a different citrus flavor and fresh taste.

HOW TO STORE:

This needs to be served immediately or it will melt, even if kept in the fridge.

It is still delicious but the thick texture of it is what makes it extra special.

Make the concentrate lemonade days beforehand if you want to use this at a party.

DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:

Use your favorite vanilla ice cream for this recipe.
Make sure that you use real lemon juice, do not substitute for bottled.
This recipe can be doubled to make more for others.
Chick-fil-a does not garnish with whipped cream and cherries like their milkshakes but that would be a delicious addition to this frosted lemonade.
Make an adult version by adding a shot per serving of vodka or rum!

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Need something refreshing for a warm day?

Try making this delicious and easy Frosted Lemonade. You will fall in love.

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