Easy Milk Limeade

 Made with fresh, juicy limes and creamy evaporated milk (or your preferred milk substitute), this Milk Limeade is easy to make and perfect for using any extra limes.

Whether lounging by the pool or hosting a summer barbecue, this tasty drink impresses your guests and leaves you feeling relaxed and refreshed. So grab your blender and get ready to mix up a batch of this delicious Milk Limeade!

How to Make Milk Limeade

Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.

Pour the evaporated milk into a large pitcher; set it aside. Place the quartered limes in the blender along with the water and sugar. Blend on high speed until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.

Pour the Milk Limeade mixture through a metal strainer over the large pitcher, pressing the solids to extract all liquid. (Discard the solids.) Mix well until completely incorporated.

Pour into a serving glass and serve immediately! Add more ice if desired. Enjoy!

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Recipe

Easy Milk Limeade

by Camila Benitez

Made with fresh, juicy limes and creamy evaporated milk (or your preferred milk substitute), this Milk Limeade is easy to make and perfect for using any extra limes. Whether lounging by the pool or hosting a summer barbecue, this tasty drink will impress your guests and leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. So grab your blender and get ready to mix up a batch of this delicious Milk Limeade!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine Paraguayan

Servings 8

Calories 135 kcal

Equipment

• Large pitcher
• Blender
• Strainer

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 4 washed Seedless Persian limes , cut both ends, and cut them into 8 wedges with the skin *(Make sure to remove the white membrane line from inside with your knife, that's where most of the bitterness is).
• ▢ 4 cups cold water (If you prefer it more diluted, add more water)
• ▢ 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• ▢ 1 ½ cup whole milk
• ▢ 1 cup sugar , to taste
• ▢ 2 cups ice cubes , plus more for serving

Instructions

 

• Pour the evaporated milk into a large pitcher; set it aside. Place the quartered limes in the blender along with the water and sugar. Blend on high speed until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Pour the Milk Limeade mixture through a metal strainer over the large pitcher and press the solids to extract all liquid. (Discard the solids).
• Mix well until completely incorporated. Pour the Milk Limeade into a serving glass and serve immediately!. Add more ice, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

How to Store

Milk Limeade is best enjoyed fresh and should be consumed immediately after making it. However, Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It's important to note that the milk in the drink may separate and curdle over time, so mix it well before serving. 

Make-Ahead

To make this recipe ahead of time, you can prepare the limeade mixture by blending the limes, water, and sugar as instructed. However, leave out the milk and ice cubes. Store the limeade mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, add the evaporated milk, whole milk, and ice cubes to the mixture and mix well. This way, the limeade will stay fresh, and you can enjoy it quickly by adding the remaining ingredients before serving.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Easy Milk Limeade

Amount per Serving

Calories

135

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

2

g

3

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

0.1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

0.4

g

Cholesterol

 

5

mg

2

%

Sodium

 

27

mg

1

%

Potassium

 

103

mg

3

%

Carbohydrates

 

31

g

10

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

28

g

31

%

Protein

 

2

g

4

%

Vitamin A

 

91

IU

2

%

Vitamin C

 

10

mg

12

%

Calcium

 

73

mg

7

%

Iron

 

0.2

mg

1

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.