Easy Lemonade Recipe with Lemons

A Homemade Lemonade Recipe for Kids is a simple recipe using fresh squeezed lemons to cool off in the hot days of summer.

This tasty homemade lemonade recipe for kids is made from fresh lemons and is the perfect balance of sweet and tart! I put my 10 years of teaching food science to work to create a recipe that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious on a hot summer day.

Follow my tips to make sure the sugar is perfectly dissolved and your ratio is just right. Homemade lemonade is Papa’s favorite summer drink and after sipping on this recipe, I think it might become your favorite too.

Lemonade Ingredients

Only two ingredients are needed for this fresh lemonade recipe.

• Lemons - Use the juice of one lemon. Fresh squeezed lemon juice is best in this recipe, but bottled lemon juice will certainly work.

• Sugar - You’ll only need 2 Tablespoons of sugar for this recipe.

Recommended Equipment for Easy Lemonade Recipe

I have this antique citrus juicer that is so pretty I keep it hanging on my kitchen wall. You can purchase a similar glass Citrus Juicer new or there is also a Citrus Press or even an Electric Citrus Juicer! I’m not a person that likes lots of gadgets so I just use the old juicer. Thanks grandma.

• Paring Knife
• Citrus Juicer, Citrus Press or Electric Citrus Juicer
• Strainer
• Pint Sized Mason Jar
• Reusable Straws (optional)

How to Make Easy Lemonade Recipe for Kids

Let’s make the best homemade lemonade—fresh, simple, and super refreshing! Grab your ingredients and a pint-sized mason jar, and let’s get squeezing!

Instructions:

1. Cut and Squeeze

Cut your lemon in half. Press and twist each half onto a citrus juicer. The juice (along with some pulp and seeds) will collect in the bottom of the juicer.

2. Strain (Optional)

Pour the lemon juice through a strainer if you'd like to remove the pulp and seeds. Set the fresh juice aside.

3. Heat the Water

Warm some water in the microwave until it’s very warm (but not boiling). This helps the sugar dissolve better.

4. Mix in the Sugar

Pour the warm water into your mason jar. Add the sugar and stir, stir, stir until it’s all dissolved.
Cool fact: Warm water can hold more sugar than cold water- this is a food science trick called super-saturation, and it’s also used in candy making!

5. Add Lemon Juice and Ice

Now pour in your fresh lemon juice. Add a handful of ice and a lemon slice if you'd like to make it fancy.

6. Fill with Water and Stir

Top off the mason jar with cool water. Give it a good stir and take a sip… Ahhh, isn’t that just the best lemonade ever?

Serving Suggestions for Easy Lemonade Recipe

Reusable Straws- I’ve been waiting to use our new Reusable Straws. Our local coffee shop was selling them and they are so pretty. I’ve heard so much about avoiding plastic straws and using paper or reusable ones whenever possible. Helpful and pretty- that is a real win-win!

Lemon Slice- A lemon slice is for looks only. Oh so pretty.

Fresh Mint- Use a couple leaves of fresh mint on top of your lemonade to look nice.

How to Store Homemade Lemonade

To store homemade lemonade, simply pour any leftovers into a jar or airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. It’s best to drink it within 3 to 5 days, while the flavor is fresh and bright. Give it a good stir before serving again, because the ingredients can settle over time. If you’ve added fresh fruit slices or mint leaves, consider removing them before storing to prevent bitterness. Your properly stored and chilled lemonade will be ready for the next sunny sip!

Don't forget Papa

Papa likes the Homemade Lemonade Recipe for Kids, too!! Lemon is his favorite flavor so I had to keep saying “no” when he tried to take the lemon slices (he will eat them straight, so sour). He deserves his own glass of fresh squeezed lemonade for waiting so patiently.

ENJOY!

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