Make Lemon Ice Cubes - Good Cheap Eats Budget Recipes (2024)

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Preserve lemon slices in ice for a deliciously cool addition to water. Lemon ice cubes are a great thing to keep on hand to make any drink, from iced water to Ginger Lemonade more fun. They are particularly cute floating in a Blue Lagoon Mocktail.

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It’s a commonly known fact that drinking water instead of other beverages is less expensive and healthier than many other options. Water is essential to life. And too few of us are as hydrated as we could be.

One thing to make water a little more exciting is to add a slice of lemon. Not only does it brighten up the glass, but it also gives a refreshing sparkle to the taste.

Making lemon ice cubes make it all the easier!

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Lemon Ice Cubes

If you live in a temperate climate, it can be quite easy to grow a lemon tree in the backyard. If not, it may be that you come by some on sale, or find yourself with half a lemon that you don’t want to waste.

Any which way life hands you lemons, put it on ice!

Can you freeze lemons?

While you can’t freeze whole lemons, you can freeze lemon juice and zest.

You can also make lemon ice cubes!

I suppose they aren’t really cubes, they are lemon pucks, but go with me on this.

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How do you freeze lemons in ice cube trays?

  1. Slice the lemons and put one round slice into each compartment of a muffin tray. USA muffin pans work well for this since they are coated with silicone. (You can also use regular ice cube trays as well. If you do, you’ll need to cut the lemon slices into fourths.)
  2. Fill the cups with water and freeze.
  3. Once they are frozen, pop the ice pucks out of the tray. Run a little warm water on the bottoms to loosen the “cubes” if they’re stubborn.
  4. Store the frozen slices in a freezer bag in the freezer.

Whenever you want a glass of water with lemon, just add a lemon cube to your glass or pitcher. As the ice melts, the lemon will flavor your water. Easy peasy. It’s a nice touch to your Mom Food options.

You can do this with other citrus fruit as well: oranges, limes, grapefruits, and mandarins! Your spa water will be next level this summer.

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This post was originally published on March 7, 2012. It has been updated for content and clarity, 2020.

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  1. Calhoun

    Great in Margs!!! Run it through the blend!!! Awesome Margs!!

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  2. Henry

    I tried it. The water doesnt pick up much of the flavor from the lemon. I suggest juicing the lemon, and dilute(optional) and freeze it like normal icecubes.

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    • Jessica Fisher

      No, the water won’t pick up much flavor while frozen. It’s as it thaws and the lemon sits in the glass that the water will take on the lemon flavors.

      Reply

  3. Ann Joy

    Do You use the whole lemon in the blender to put in ice cube trays

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    • Jessica Fisher

      I’m not sure what you mean. You don’t need to use a blender in this process. Can you rephrase your question? Thanks.

      Reply

  4. Kelli @ Holistic Sisters

    I love this idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  5. Harriet

    Why didn’t I think of that? Great idea! I plan to do this over the weekend. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

  6. Katie

    I love this idea! I’ve love lemon in my water for tea, but lately I’ve been putting sliced tangerine and fresh mint in my ice water or iced green tea and it is WONDERFUL! I’m going to have to try freezing my tangerine/lemon slices into iced cubes.

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  7. Michele

    I always enjoy reading your clever ideas. I recently bought a bag of beautiful lemons at Walmart for only $2.50. I couldn’t pass up such a good deal and now I know what I’m going to do with some of those lemons.

    Reply

  8. Rachel

    I just freeze lemon slices on a cookie sheet… once they’re frozen, they pop right off and I put them in a freezer bag or container. They don’t stick together if they’re pre-frozen and I can easily toss a slice into my glass or pitcher of water. Super simple, and takes up much less room in the freezer than these lemon ice cubes would.

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  9. Jan

    I actually have this bookmarked to try from Pinterest! Definitely sounds like a great idea for the upcoming summer months!

    Reply

  10. Michelle @ Simplify, Live, Love

    That’s a nice idea. My mother likes lemon in her water. I don’t honestly care for it, but this is cute idea!

    Reply

  11. Wendy Riley

    I add a Celestial Seasonings “Zinger” tea bag to my bottle of water. It steeps at room temp. After a few minutes, it adds a nice bit of flavor. Even though I don’t usually like fruit teas, once in a while it’s a nice change with my water and milder flavor.

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  12. Cheri A

    OMGosh! Brilliant!! We have been enjoying a little slice of lemon in our water lately too. I am going to stock up on lemons next time they are on sale and make a few of these!

    Reply

  13. Lisa

    Love it! We seem to buy, and waste oranges frequently…this would work great with those too!

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    • Jessica

      Yes! That is a great idea.

      Reply

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Make Lemon Ice Cubes - Good Cheap Eats Budget Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How to make lemon cube? ›

Fill ice cube trays halfway full with lemon zest, then cover with lemon juice. Stick them in the freezer, and you're all set! Once frozen, they're ready to use in drinks and other recipes that call for lemon.

How to make ice cubes step by step? ›

Instructions
  1. Preheat freezer to 32F (0C)
  2. Uncap water bottle (do not skip this step) and evenly distribute water into ice cube tray.
  3. If using a spatula, now is its time to shine. ...
  4. Transfer ice cube tray to freezer and allow to chill overnight.
  5. The next morning, check your ice.
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How to cut lemon for ice cubes? ›

Slice both ends off of each piece of fruit, then slice the fruit into 4-6 circles. Fill the cups of a couple muffin trays 3/4 of the way with cold water. Place a citrus slice on top of the water in each cup, then use a glass to pour in additional water if needed. Place muffin trays in the freezer, and freeze overnight.

How to make lemon ice cubes for face? ›

I took four parts water and 1 part lemon juice and mixed it well. Then I put it in an ice cube tray and let it set. Simple! The next night, I took out one cube and rubbed it on my face.

How to make lime ice cubes? ›

directions
  1. Mix lime juice and sugar till dissolved.
  2. Add water mix and pour into 2 ice cube trays.
  3. Place 1 lime wedge and 1 mint leaf in each section. Top with additional water if need. Freeze till solid.
  4. Enjoy!

How to make ice cubes really fast? ›

If you're really in a rush, you can try temporarily lowering the temperature of your freezer, which will help chill the water molecules faster. You can also try using a stainless steel ice cube tray instead of a plastic or silicone one. Metal is a very poor insulator, so the water will cool down more quickly.

How to make ice cubes taste better? ›

How to Make Ice That Tastes Good. As consumers, we can take certain measures to improve the taste of ice, such as using filtered (or distilled) water for ice production, regularly cleaning our fridge or freezer, using a tray with a lid, and storing the ice away from strong-smelling foods.

How do you make fake ice cubes at home? ›

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  1. Mixing the resin. To create fake ice with Encapso K, we need to mix an equal amount of Part A and Part B. ...
  2. Let it cure. Pour the mixture into a plastic mould container and let it cure overnight. ...
  3. Carve and reshape to ice cubes. ...
  4. Put them to use.

What can I do with lemon ice cubes? ›

Lemon ice cubes are a festive and fun addition to any drink, not just water. Try them in iced tea and co*cktails or add them to infused water or fruit-infused lemonade. Finally, an ice cube that adds flavor instead of watering drinks down!

What is lemon ice made of? ›

In a large bowl or measuring cup, dissolve sugar in boiling water. Whisk in lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract. Cover and chill completely, 2 to 3 hours. Add mixture to electric ice cream maker and prepare according to manufacturer's directions until icy crystals form and you have a thick, slush-like mixture.

Are lemon ice cubes good? ›

The benefits of drinking lemon water include aiding in digesting, helping you lose weight, a vitamin C and potassium boost, preventing kidney stones and helps keep your body hydrated. While adding a squeeze of lemon into your water is a fine, these lemon ice cubes will up the lemon flavor and keep it nice and cold.

How to make lemon granules? ›

Peel the lemons and reserve the skins. Dehydrate the lemon peels in the sun, or alternatively in a dehydrator for up to 24 hours. You can also use a conventional oven set to its lowest temperature for six hours. Place the dehydrated lemons in a blender and combine until they become a fine powder.

What is lemon square made of? ›

Ingredients. Recipes vary slightly, but lemon bar recipes call for lemon juice, and many suggest fresh squeezed. Other ingredients include butter, white sugar, flour, eggs, and salt. Many recipes also list confectioners sugar, also called powdered sugar, for dusting on the top after the bars are baked.

What is a lemon cube? ›

The FanXin Lemon cube is part of the FanXin fruit cube series, it is a 3x3x3 shaped like an lemon meaning that the solution is essentially the same but feels different as you must think in terms of the piece shape instead of the colour, similar to the mirror cube.

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