Easy Homemade Lemonade Recipe for Kids (With Less Sugar)
Looking for a refreshing drink to make with the children this summer? This easy homemade lemonade recipe uses fresh lemons and less sugar than many traditional recipes, making it a great option for family picnics, garden parties or sunny afternoons at home.
It's simple to make, requires just a few ingredients and gives children plenty of opportunities to get involved in the kitchen.
🍋 Why We Love This Recipe
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Made with fresh lemons
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Uses less sugar than traditional lemonade recipes
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Easy for children to help make
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Perfect for warm summer days
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Ready in just 10 minutes
🍋 Ingredients
Serves 4–6
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Juice of 5 lemons
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50g caster sugar
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1 litre cold water
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Ice cubes
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Lemon slices for serving
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Fresh mint leaves (optional)
🍋 Method
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Roll the lemons on the worktop before cutting them in half. This helps release more juice.
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Squeeze the lemons into a large jug and remove any pips.
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Add the caster sugar and stir well until dissolved.
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Pour in the cold water and mix thoroughly.
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Taste and adjust if needed. If your lemons are particularly sharp, you can add a little extra sugar.
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Add plenty of ice cubes.
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Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint before serving.
🍋 Fun Jobs for Kids
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Washing the lemons
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Rolling the lemons before juicing
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Helping to squeeze the lemons
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Measuring the water
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Stirring the lemonade
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Adding ice cubes and decorations
🍋 Make It Extra Special
Try adding:
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Fresh strawberries
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Raspberries
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Orange slices
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Cucumber ribbons
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A handful of fresh mint
Children will love experimenting with different flavour combinations and creating their own special lemonade.
🍋 What Children Can Learn
Making lemonade is a great way to practise:
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Measuring liquids
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Counting ingredients
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Following instructions
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Exploring different tastes and flavours
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Building confidence in the kitchen
🍋 Top Tip
Make a large batch and pour it into reusable bottles for family days out, picnics or summer parties.