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Cherry Limeade
Cool off with a homemade Cherry Limeade recipe. Fresh cherries, zesty limes, and a touch of sweetness make this refreshing drink a summer favorite.
Course
Beverages
Cuisine
American
Keyword
cherries, lime
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Total Time
10
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
Calories
385
kcal
Author
Corrie
Ingredients
2
cups
fresh or frozen cherries
pitted
1
cup
freshly squeezed lime juice
½
cup
granulated sugar
adjust to taste
4
cups
water
Ice cubes
Lime slices
maraschino cherries, or mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
In a blender, combine the cherries, lime juice, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
Strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove any solids.
Add the water to the pitcher and stir well.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the cherry limeade over the ice.
Garnish with lime slices, maraschino cherries, or mint leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade cherry limeade!
Notes
Adjust sweetness: Taste the limeade as you go and add more sugar or sweetener if needed to suit your preference.
Garnish creatively: Add lime slices, maraschino cherries, or mint leaves for an appealing presentation.
Make it slushy: Blend the ingredients with crushed ice for a slushy consistency.
Experiment with flavors: Add a splash of grenadine for extra cherry flavor or a hint of lemon for complexity.
Serve immediately: Cherry limeade is best enjoyed fresh to preserve its vibrant taste and fizziness.
Nutrition
Calories:
385
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
100
g
|
Fat:
0.3
g
|
Sodium:
48
mg
|
Potassium:
2
mg
|
Sugar:
100
g
|
Calcium:
29
mg
|
Iron:
0.1
mg