21 Recipes That Start With a Can of Frozen Lemonade

Love the Chick-fil-A’s signature frosted lemonade? With our DIY take on the genius summertime treat, it’s incredibly easy to enjoy (and customize) it at home. This sweet and tangy lemonade milkshake is as refreshing as it is decadent, and easy to mix up for a group. Put your own spin on it by using a different flavor of ice cream (strawberry would be delicious) or adding another cooling kick of flavor with fresh mint leaves. You can also make give this creamy frozen lemonade the “grown-up” treatment by adding in a splash of vodka. 

Paletas are Mexican popsicles that roughly translates to "little stick." They are full of whole ingredients such as pureed fresh fruit, nuts, and spices.  Our two-ingredient version features pureed fresh seedless watermelon cubes paired with a can of lemonade concentrate, then frozen in popsicle molds until firm.  

Frozen lemonade concentrate was introduced in the late 1950s and soon became a favorite ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. Here it teams up with soy sauce for a quick-fix basting sauce that amps up the smoky flavors of charcoal-grilled chicken. Feel free to substitute frozen limeade or orange juice concentrate.

If you think tiramisu has to be made hours ahead, try this fresh, summery version, which comes together in no time. For a non-alcoholic variation, use lemonade concentrate in place of the limoncello. And swap in madeleines for the ladyfingers if you like.

Chef Mai Pham of Star Ginger and Lemon Grass restaurants sure knows how to cool off (maybe it's the Sacramento heat). In the Test Kitchen, we've been drinking her lemonade slushy--amped up with chile, mint, and lime--by the blenderful.

There is no better way to cool off on a hot summer day than by enjoying a refreshing glass of iced tea. This recipe adds frozen lemonade and fresh mint to the mix, making the drink taste even more special.

For a homemade look, freeze crust for five minutes, and then slip it into your favorite pie plate before adding filling.

Full of soothing aromas and flavors, we suggest sipping on our Cranberry-Orange Warmer this holiday season that will not only warm your body, but your heart too.

This fruity treat pairs white grape juice and lemon-lime soda with frozen orange juice, frozen cranberry juice cocktail, and frozen lemonade.  Garnish with lemon slices, lime slices, and fresh cranberries.  

These festive ice-cream cupcakes are perfect for a birthday party.  Although they look and taste fancy, the cupcakes require just six ingredients.  Use a variety of multicolored candies and sprinkles for decorating.  

This spicy, spiked twist on traditional lemonade is perfect for summer barbecues and fall tailgating.  Use your favorite brands of hot sauce and light rum.  

This refreshing and summery peach tea punch is perfect for bridal or baby showers, garden parties, and elegant teas. 

This festive, citrusy cocktail features sweet-and-spicy moonshine, frozen lemonade concentrate, whole-berry cranberry sauce, and orange liqueur.  Whip up a batch for your next holiday party.  

Our easy peach sangria combines two of the sweetest parts of summer: fresh peaches and rosé. Seasonal fruit is the star of this cool summer sipper, but the booze makes it just a bit more fun. This crisp and refreshing cocktail is the perfect mix-ahead drink to make in bulk. Give the flavors at least eight hours to meld together before enjoying with a splash of sparkling water.

Fresh or frozen raspberries work equally well in this festive, fruit beer cocktail. This refreshing drink is the perfect sipper for a summer poolside party.

The Cupola House, a historic home and gardens on Edenton Bay in North Carolina, serves this warm and soothing wassail every year during its holiday celebration.

Similar to an Arnold Palmer, this refreshing drink combines two summer favorites—lemonade and iced tea. Turn this into a cocktail by adding bourbon or spiced dark rum.

This easy three-ingredient punch is as eye-catching as it is delicious.  Freeze grapes in clusters as purchased. This is not a girl's-only punch; it's a hit with men too.

Save this recipe for the next time you're having a crowd over for a weekend party. It makes a big batch, but it also keeps well in the freezer for up to three months, so it's easy to enjoy on short notice.

This sparkling punch recipe pairs tangy pink lemonade with tart cranberry juice for an irresistible sweet-and-sour combination. Add some bubbles by mixing in club soda, and garnish with a few fresh mint springs to celebrate the season.

Cherimoya's texture adds to the creaminess of these frozen daiquiris, while the fruit's delicate flavor balances the zing of the lemon and rum. For a sweet presentation, dip rims of glasses in remaining lemonade concentrate, then in coarse sugar.