Description
Brazilian Lemonade with Coconut is a creamy and refreshing tropical beverage made by blending fresh lemon juice with sweetened condensed milk and coconut milk or water. This delightful drink offers a perfect balance of tart citrus and rich coconut flavors, making it ideal for cooling down on warm days or serving at festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 4-5 medium lemons, juiced
- Lime slices, for extra citrus flavor
Dairy & Coconut
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or 1 cup coconut water for a lighter version)
Liquids & Others
- 3-4 cups cold water (adjust based on desired sweetness and consistency)
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Shredded coconut, for garnish (optional)
- Mint leaves, for a refreshing touch
Instructions
- Juice the lemons: Start by juicing 4-5 medium lemons to extract about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of fresh lemon juice. Adjust the number of lemons to suit your preferred level of tartness.
- Blend ingredients: In a blender, combine the fresh lemon juice, sweetened condensed milk, and coconut milk or coconut water. Add 3 cups of cold water initially and blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness and creaminess by adding more water or coconut milk as desired.
- Chill or crush ice: Add ice cubes to the blender and pulse a few times to crush the ice lightly, or alternatively, chill the lemonade mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes if you prefer a colder but less icy drink.
- Serve and garnish: Pour the lemonade into glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with lime slices, shredded coconut, and fresh mint leaves for added flavor and a tropical presentation.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the refreshing, creamy, and tropical flavors of this Brazilian lemonade with coconut.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute the coconut milk with coconut water.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk or adding more cold water.
- Use fresh lemons for the best bright and natural citrus flavor.
- Shredded coconut and mint leaves are optional but enhance the beverage’s tropical and fresh appeal.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the lemonade after blending.
