Coconut Milk Brazilian Limeade

Coconut Milk Brazilian Limeade is a refreshing and creamy summer drink, perfect for summer parties or for rehydrating after sports or a hard day's work. If you're looking for other crowd pleasers, try my Lilac Lemonade or Blueberry Ginger Kombucha Refresher. The traditional version (called Brazilian Lemonade, even though it's made with limes) is made with condensed milk and refined sugar. I have created this delicious and nutritious version using coconut milk, honey, and blended limes.

Switch it up this summer and serve this unique citrus and coconut combination cold over ice. For another cool and refreshing summer treat, try my Blueberry Cottage Cheese Popsicles.

With only 4 ingredients, Brazilian Limeade is super easy to make. Just put all the ingredients, even the whole limes, in the blender together. Blending the whole limes gives this drink a cool, slightly bitter flavour which is balanced by the creaminess of the coconut milk and sweetness of the honey. This drink is super refreshing and hydrating!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Easy to make with only 4 ingredients
• Convenient to make ahead and have chilled before serving
• Unique blend of bitter and sweet citrus and coconut flavour
• Naturally sweetened with honey
• Dairy free creamy drink
• Hydrating and nutritious

Ingredients

• Limes - a refreshing, slightly bitter alternative to lemons
• Coconut milk - adds creaminess and enhances the tropical flavour
• Honey - a natural alternative to refined sugar and provides trace minerals and flavour

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

Substitutions & Variations

• Try lemons only or a combination of lemons and limes for a less tart flavour
• Try coconut cream instead of coconut milk for a richer and creamier texture
• Try almond or cashew milk for a nuttier less tropical flavour while still being dairy free
• You can also use regular milk or cream
• Substitute maple syrup for the honey
• Create a unique flavoured version by adding mint or ginger to the mixture before blending
• Add colour and flavour by adding fresh berries either before or after blending
• Create more of a slushy texture by blending the cooled mixture with ice instead of pouring over ice

I have not experimented with any other substitutions or alterations for this recipe. If you decide to make any changes by adding or substituting ingredients, I would love it if you could share your results with us by leaving a comment below.

How To Make Brazilian Limeade

Here are the step-by-step instructions to make this recipe.

Step 1: Thoroughly wash limes.

As the limes will be blended whole, it is important to wash them thoroughly to remove any wax or dirt.

Step 2: Blend all ingredients together.

Combine all ingredients in a high powered blender and blend until smooth. If you have a smaller blender, this step can be done in 2 or more batches.

Step 3: Strain.

Pour your blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large mason jar or other similar vessel. Chill this mixture in the refrigerator for a few hours.

Step 4: Pour over ice and serve.

Pour the chilled mixture over ice into a pitcher or individual glasses. Garnish with a lime slice or mint leaves. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

• wash limes thoroughly as they are blended whole
• chill thoroughly and pour over ice when serving.
• for a slushy texture, combine the mixture with ice in a blender and blend until desired consistency
• adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey to taste
• try coconut cream for a thicker creamier texture
• to avoid excess bitterness, pulse the blender a few times, just enough to break up the limes
• if you have a smaller blender, you may want to quarter your limes before blending

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