Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream, very cold
- 1/2 cup pink lemonade concentrate, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla powder
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Fresh lemon slices or mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large, chilled mixing bowl, combine the very cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla powder. Using an electric mixer, whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, being careful not to over-whip into butter.
- Step 2: In a separate small bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the chilled pink lemonade concentrate and cold water until thoroughly combined.
- Step 3: Gently fold the lemonade mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula. Fold until just combined, maintaining as much air as possible to keep the texture light and fluffy. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes. Pour or spoon the whipped pink lemonade into the prepared glasses. Garnish with a fresh lemon slice or a mint sprig, if desired, and serve immediately for a creamy, refreshing summer drink.
Notes
- For the best light and airy texture, enjoy your Whipped Pink Lemonade immediately after preparation; any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours, though a gentle stir may be needed before serving to reincorporate ingredients.
- Since this is a chilled beverage, reheating is not applicable; if stored, simply give it a very gentle stir with a spoon to reincorporate any separation, but avoid aggressive mixing to keep its delightful fluffiness.
- Elevate your serving experience by chilling your glasses beforehand and garnishing with extra fun items like a colorful paper straw, a small umbrella, or even a few fresh raspberries for a burst of color and flavor.
- The secret to a truly creamy and stable drink is ensuring your heavy cream, pink lemonade concentrate, and even your mixing bowl are all very well chilled before you begin, and remember to gently fold the lemonade mixture into the whipped cream to maintain all that beautiful air.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large glass (approx. 350ml)
- Calories: 240
- Sodium: 18mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 40g