Name: The Cheesecake Factorys The Cheesecake Factory Signature Lemonade Recipe
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 1 cups granulated sugar; 1 cups water (for syrup); 0.5 cups fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 medium lemons); 2 cups cold water; 0.75 cups prepared simple syrup; 1.5 cups ice cubes; 2 slices lemon slices; 1 sprigs fresh mint sprig

Combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan.

Make the simple syrup

Place over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture just comes to a gentle simmer (do not boil vigorously). This should take about 3–4 minutes.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature (about 10–15 minutes). Transfer the syrup to a clean jar and refrigerate until chilled. Syrup can be used warm if you're short on time, but cooling helps the lemonade stay cold longer.

Measure 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 medium lemons). Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove seeds and most pulp for a smooth lemonade.

Juice and combine

Add 2 cups cold water to the pitcher, then pour in 3/4 cup of the prepared simple syrup. Stir thoroughly to combine. Taste and adjust: if you prefer sweeter lemonade, add up to the remaining 1/4 cup syrup; if too sweet, add a few tablespoons of water.

Fill a serving glass with about 1.5 cups of ice cubes (or more to chill as desired).

Pour the lemonade over the ice, giving it one gentle stir to chill and integrate the syrup evenly.

Garnish the prepared glass with 2 lemon slices (one inside the glass if desired, one on the rim) and a fresh mint sprig. Clap the mint between your hands once to release aroma before placing it on the drink.

Serve immediately with a straw. Store any leftover lemonade refrigerated for up to 48 hours; stir before serving as separation can occur.

granulated sugar

water (for syrup)

fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 medium lemons)

cold water

prepared simple syrup

ice cubes

lemon slices

fresh mint sprig

The Cheesecake Factory Signature Lemonade

Make The Cheesecake Factory Signature Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. 310 cal

The Cheesecake Factory Signature Lemonade Recipe

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