How to Make Shortcut Blackberry Lemonade Recipe
Learn how to make a refreshing and simple Shortcut Blackberry Lemonade that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the sweetness of fresh blackberries with tangy lemonade for a delightful summer drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Blackberry Syrup:
- 2 cups fresh blackberries (one pint)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
For the Lemonade:
- 1 52-ounce container lemonade or about 7 cups prepared lemonade (e.g., Simply Lemonade)
- Garnishes: fresh blackberries, mint sprigs, lemon slices
Instructions
- Wash the Blackberries: Rinse the blackberries under running water briefly.
- Cook the Blackberry Syrup: In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes, gently mashing the berries to release juice.
- Strain the Blackberry Juice: Place a strainer over a bowl and pour the hot blackberry mixture into it. Press the pulp to extract about ¾ cup of juice.
- Prepare the Lemonade: In a pitcher of ice and lemonade, add the blackberry juice. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Shortcut Blackberry Lemonade, Blackberry Lemonade Recipe, Homemade Lemonade with Blackberries
