Jul 14 2026

Minute Maid Lemonade Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Make Minute Maid Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Start by rolling the fresh lemons on a flat surface to soften them. Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand, ensuring all the juice is extracted. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Mixing the Lemonade

    In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved.

  3. 3

    Adding Water

    Pour in 4 cups of cold water into the pitcher with the lemon juice and sugar mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chilling the Lemonade

    If desired, add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher for a refreshing chill or refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  2. 5

    Garnishing

    Serve the lemonade in glasses over ice if preferred. Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.

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