Enjoy a homemade Copycat Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade—a creamy, tangy, and icy-cold drink combining fresh lemonade and vanilla ice cream. This delicious fast food dupe uses simple ingredients for a quick and refreshing summer beverage. Perfect for hot afternoons or parties!
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups cold water
4 cups vanilla ice cream
Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
In a pitcher, combine lemon juice, sugar, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves completely to make lemonade.
In a blender, add 2 cups of the lemonade and the vanilla ice cream.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Garnish with a lemon slice if desired.
For a stronger lemon flavor, add more lemon juice or a little zest.
Use dairy-free vanilla ice cream for a vegan-friendly version.
You can adjust the sugar to taste or use a sugar substitute.