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Tall glass of pink strawberry milkshake topped with whipped cream and a fresh strawberry, with a straw and sprinkles on top

The Creamiest Strawberry Milkshake Recipe: Easy, Fresh, and Classic

 

This homemade strawberry milkshake is the ultimate summer treat—creamy, fruity, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor! It’s a fast, foolproof, kid-friendly recipe made with real ingredients you likely already have on hand. You can blend it up in just 5 minutes for a nostalgic, diner-style shake that tastes better than anything from the drive-thru.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen, hulled and sliced)

  • 1½ cups vanilla ice cream (about 2 big scoops)

  • ½ cup milk (whole, low-fat, or non-dairy)

  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey (optional, adjust to taste)

  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

  • Extra strawberries (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice strawberries. If using frozen, no need to thaw.

  2. Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and milk.

  3. Sweeten (Optional): Add sugar or honey if your berries are tart.

  4. Blend Until Smooth: Blend for 30–60 seconds until completely creamy.

  5. Adjust Consistency: Add more milk if it’s too thick, or more ice cream/berries if too thin.

  6. Taste Test: Sample the shake and adjust sweetness or berry amount as needed.

  7. Serve: Pour into a tall glass. Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra berries or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a thicker shake: Use less milk or more ice cream.

  • For a dairy-free version: Substitute with coconut milk and dairy-free vanilla ice cream.

  • Pro Tip: Blend strawberries first if your blender struggles with frozen fruit.

  • Leftover Tip: Freeze leftovers in popsicle molds for a refreshing treat.

  • Serving Ideas: Set up a DIY milkshake bar with toppings like mini chocolate chips, cookie crumbles, or flavored syrups.

  • Author: ANA ARMAS
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverage / Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 large or 2 small servings
  • Calories: 270 per serving
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 5g