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Unicorn Drink for Kids

Delightful Unicorn Drink for Kids: Color-Changing Magic

The Unicorn Drink for Kids is a magical, color-changing lemonade that transforms from blue to purple, making it a delightful treat for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blue Syrup
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Hot Water Can use warm water
  • 12-14 pieces Butterfly Pea Flowers Or 1/8 teaspoon of butterfly pea flower powder
For the Lemonade
  • 1.5 ounces Fresh Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Pink and/or Purple Decorating Sugar For rimming glasses
  • Edible Glitter Optional, for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Ice cube trays

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Unicorn Drink for Kids
  1. Make the Blue Syrup: Boil 1 cup of water. In a bowl, combine hot water with 3/4 cup sugar until dissolved, then add butterfly pea flowers and steep for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Glasses: Use a lemon slice to moisten the rim of each glass, then dip into decorating sugar. Fill glasses halfway with ice.
  3. Assemble the Drink: Pour 4 ounces of the cooled blue syrup over the ice, allowing it to create visual layers.
  4. Add the Lemon Juice: Drizzle 1.5 ounces of fresh lemon juice over the ice to activate the color change.
  5. Enhance with Edible Glitter: Sprinkle edible glitter on top for a magical finish.
  6. Serve and Stir: Provide straws or spoons and encourage kids to stir their drink before sipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 20mg

Notes

For best results, remind guests to stir their drink before sipping to experience the color transformation.

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