Copycat Sonic Strawberry Limeade
Skip the drive thru with this copycat Sonic Strawberry Limeade recipe! Just as refreshing and delicious as the fast food version, you'll be making this drink over and over again all summer long!
Servings: 4
Calories: 409kcal
Ingredients
For The Strawberry Syrup
- 1 lb strawberries washed & hulled
- 4 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
For The Strawberry Limeade
- 1/4 cup strawberry syrup
- 1 cup Sprite
- 4 slices lime
- sliced strawberries for garnish
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
To Make The Simple Strawberry Syrup
- Cut the prepared berries into quarters.
- Add the strawberries to a medium sized pot along with the four cups of water.
- Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Using a strainer spoon, remove the boiled berries and discard.
- Add the sugar, stirring to evenly incorporate, and then continue simmering the mixture until the sugar's completely dissolved.
- Remove the pot from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely before using and/or storing.
To Make The Strawberry Limeade
- Fill a glass 1/2 full with ice, add 1/4 cup strawberry syrup & 1 cup of Sprite to the glass.
- Squeeze in 4 slices of lime, and stir the mixture together to evenly combine.
- Garnish with lime and strawberries, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 106g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 196mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 102g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg