Creamy Brazilian Limeade: Easy 5-Minute Summer Drink
A refreshing, creamy limeade made with fresh limes and sweetened condensed milk, ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium limes
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- 1 tiny pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the limes thoroughly under warm water to remove any wax or dirt. Dry them with a towel.
- Cut off the ends of each lime, then slice each lime into 8 wedges.
- Add the lime wedges to a blender along with 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, 3 cups cold water, and a tiny pinch of salt (optional).
- Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until the limes are completely broken down and the mixture is frothy and pale green.
- Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher or bowl. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, using a spatula to press down on the solids. Discard the solids.
- Stir the limeade and adjust sweetness if needed. If too tart, add a tablespoon of sugar or more condensed milk.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the limeade over the top. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use fresh limes and wash them well. Do not over-blend to avoid bitterness. Strain thoroughly. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add ice just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 38
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Protein: 4
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