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    Author: Donna | Published: Oct 20, 2021 |

    The Best Strawberry Milkshake Recipe With Real Strawberries

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    Process shots for making a fresh strawberry milkshake

    Want the best thick and creamy strawberry milkshake recipe made with fresh strawberries and sweetened with honey? Well, you have come to the right place! This delicious homemade milkshake is quick and easy to make and packs a flavor punch that can't be beaten. The perfect drink for a summer arvo.

    Two strawberry milkshakes with whipped cream and sprinkles served in tall glasses
    Don't let the lollies/candy fool you, this strawberry milkshake has some fresh fruit hidden in there too!
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    • Strawberry Milkshake Recipe With Real Strawberries
    • Want To Make This A Slightly Healthy Milkshake?
    • How To Make A Fresh Strawberry Milkshake
    • Tips, Tricks and Substitutions
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    • What To Serve With Your Strawberry Shake
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    Strawberry Milkshake Recipe With Real Strawberries

    This homemade milkshake has been on regular rotation at our house for the longest time, so it is only natural that I share it with you.

    You will only need a handful of simple ingredients:

    • fresh strawberries: you could also use frozen strawberries if that is what you have;
    • ice cream: vanilla or strawberry ice cream works well for this strawberry milkshake, or you could always sub in dairy-free ice cream if needed;
    • honey: Use local raw honey. If you are keeping this recipe vegan then you should use maple syrup instead;
    • milk of choice: regular whole milk, unsweetened almond milk, or any other plant-based milk of choice will work;
    • whipped cream: I use full-fat pure whipping cream, but feel free to use some chilled and whipped coconut cream if you prefer to keep this vegan or dairy-free.

    Then of course there are all the optional extras.

    Feel free to go as crazy or as simple as you want here.

    Personally, I tend to add the whipped cream, some extra smashed strawberries, and a couple of sprinkles but if you want to go ALL OUT, or it's a special occasion, then you might want to consider these optional extras:

    • marshmallows: you can use regular marshmallows or the sugar-free version that you can find these days;
    • fancy sprinkles: like a mini donut and ice cream sprinkles, or you can also get sugar-free and dye-free sprinkles from places like Amazon;
    • chocolate chips;
    • caramel or chocolate sauce.

    As always, you do you.

    A tall glass filled with a homemade milkshake with lots of lollies for decorating sprinkled in the background
    Made with milk, ice cream, fresh strawberries, and naturally sweetened with honey.
    You can be as basic or over-the-top as you want when it comes to decorating.

    Want To Make This A Slightly Healthy Milkshake?

    This strawberry milkshake can go either way.

    It can be outrageously decorated and filled to the brim with all the toppings.

    Or, if you choose your ingredients wisely, it can be relatively healthy.

    Check the ingredients for added sugars if you want to keep this homemade milkshake on the healthier side of things.

    Using fresh, in-season strawberries will mean less added sweetener is needed, and switching regular ice cream for a sugar-free version keeps the added sugar content down as well.

    You could also try blending frozen strawberries into a 'nice cream' and use that in place of ice cream, along with a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract.

    Use common sense, and make it fit in with your lifestyle choices.

    Marshmallow Skewers: to make the marshmallow skewers thread a long marshmallow onto a wooden skewer. Use a little bit of whipped cream to glue the icing donuts and ice creams (or other decorations of choice) to the marshmallows.

    A marshmallow on a wooden skewer for decorating a milkshake
    Simply thread the long marshmallow onto a wooden skewer for a fun decoration to add to your milkshake.

    How To Make A Fresh Strawberry Milkshake

    Homemade milkshakes are super easy to make, but there are a few steps you should take to make the best milkshake.

    1. Add the strawberries to a small bowl and with the help of a muddler (or you can always improvise with another kitchen tool of that is not something you have), crush them to get the juice out. Remove 2 tablespoons of the crushed strawberries and reserve for topping.
    2. Using a high speed blender, place ice cream, honey, milk and crushed strawberries with the juice to the blender container.
    3. Blend on high until smooth and combined with a creamy texture.
    4. Pour the milkshakes into the serving glasses and top with whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles and crushed strawberries. Serve immediately.
    A white bowl of crushed strawberries with a wooden muddler on the side
    Use a muddler, or another similar kitchen utensil, to smash the strawberries and release all of the juices.
    Overhead shot of ice cream, milk and crushed strawberries in a blender container
    Add all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until completely smooth and creamy.

    Homemade milkshakes are best served cold, so serve straight away once it is ready.

    If you prefer a thicker shake you can always add an extra scoop of ice cream or less milk.

    If you prefer a thinner shake then add more milk of choice.

    Serve the milkshake with wide straws so that the whipping cream does not get stuck.

    A milkshake being poured from a blender container into a tall glass
    Once blended, pour into a tall glass.
    We are only going to fill the glass to just over ¾ of the way full to leave room for some whipped cream and extra crushed strawberries
    A tall glass ¾ full of a pink milkshake with a bowl of whipped cream in the background about to be added
    Add the whipped cream and whatever other decorations you have decided on.

    Tips, Tricks and Substitutions

    If it is not strawberry season, or your strawberries aren't very sweet, you can use frozen strawberries or a strawberry syrup like this one to ensure your milkshake is sweet enough.

    Another way to make your strawberries extra sweet is by baking them (Easy Baked Strawberries), as this helps to extract all of the juicy goodness.

    You may also want to try:

    • adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to make the vanilla flavor stronger;
    • adding half ice cream and half ice cubes for less fat and sugar;
    • adding some heavy cream to make the milkshake super thick and creamy;
    • blend frozen strawberries into a 'nice cream' and use that in place of ice cream, along with a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract;
    • add more scoops of vanilla ice cream or less milk for a thick milkshake.

    The milkshake should be consumed straight away once it is made.

    Storing leftovers in the fridge is not advised as the texture can turn depending on what version of ingredients are used.

    Tip: if you do end up with leftovers, freeze them in popsicle molds for a creamy strawberry popsicle another day.

    Want To Change Up The Milkshake Flavors?

    Why not try using some raspberry ice cream and fresh raspberries instead of the strawberries.

    Or, for something a little bit different, use some coconut ice cream and some sprinkles of desiccated coconut on top of the whipped cream.

    Want To Make It Lower In Carbs/Calories?

    Let's face it, sometimes we want the yum factor of a strawberry milkshake, but we don't want all the liquid calories or carbs that come with it.

    You can easily sub out the ice cream for a lower carb/lower-calorie alternative like Halo Top or Skinny Cow, or you can add half the amount of ice cream and a nice big scoop of ice cubes.

    Or you could make a homemade keto version of ice cream like this one from Wholesome Yum.

    OR you could blend frozen strawberries into a 'nice cream', and use that in place of the ice cream.

    You will want to skip the lollies too!

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    What To Serve With Your Strawberry Shake

    Why not make it a 50's theme and serve up diner food with your shake.

    Serve your creamy strawberry milkshakes in a tall glass with:

    • Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burger;
    • Vegan Roasted Cauliflower and Quinoa Burgers;
    • Fries (traditional or veggie);
    • A good sandwich like this Turkey Apple Panini from Cook What You Love;
    • Buffalo Chicken Thighs from Food Banjo.
    frontal shot of milkshakes in tall glasses topped with lots of candies and marshmallows
    Delicious!

    Happy Eating.

    xx

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      overhead shot of a millkshake in a tall glass topped with lots of candies and marshmallows

      The Best Strawberry Milkshake Recipe Using Real Strawberries

      Want the best thick and creamy strawberry milkshake recipe made with fresh strawberries and sweetened with honey? Well, you have come to the right place! This delicious homemade milkshake is quick and easy to make and packs a flavor punch that can't be beaten.
      5 from 43 votes
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      Prep Time 5 minutes mins
      Total Time 5 minutes mins
      Course Drink
      Cuisine American
      Servings 4 serves
      Calories 487 kcal

      Equipment

      • High speed blender

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      Ingredients
        

      • 8 Fresh strawberries washed and cut into cubes
      • 6 cups vanilla or strawberry ice cream
      • 3 tablespoons honey
      • 2 ½ cups milk of choice
      • optional extras: whipping cream, sprinkles, marshmallows
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      Instructions
       

      • Add the strawberries to a small bowl and with the help of a muddler (or similar kitchen utensil), crush them to get the juice out. Remove 2 tablespoons and put aside for toppings.
      • In a high-speed blender, add the ice cream, honey, milk, and strawberries with the juice.
      • Blend on high until combined.
      • Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, and the extra crushed strawberries. Optional extra: place the marshmallow skewers in each glass and serve immediately.
      • Serve cold.

      To Make The Marshmallow Skewers

      • Place a marshmallow on each skewer. Use a little bit of whipped cream to glue the icing donuts and ice creams or other sprinkles of choice to the marshmallows.

      Notes

      How To Make Vegan
      Use plant-based ice cream and milk.
      Sub in some chilled coconut cream for the whipped cream on top.
      How To Make Lower In Carbs/Calories
      Use a low-carb ice cream alternative like Halo Top or Skinny Cow.
      Or you could blend frozen strawberries into a 'nice cream' and use that in place of the ice cream, along with a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract.
      Storing Leftovers
      Leftovers do not store well in the fridge.
      The milkshake should be consumed straight away after it is made or it can be added to popsicle molds and popped into the freezer.

      Nutrition

      Calories: 487kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 8gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 362mgPotassium: 439mgFiber: 2gSugar: 56gVitamin A: 836IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 446mgIron: 1mg
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      The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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      Comments

      1. Amy Liu Dong says

        August 13, 2022 at 2:36 pm

        This is one of my favorite drinks to make. It is so easy and delicious!

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      2. Liz says

        August 12, 2022 at 10:57 am

        My whole family loved these milkshakes---and they were a delicious way to cool off on a hot evening!!

        Reply
      3. Chris David says

        August 02, 2022 at 4:18 pm

        Really nice recipe. Thanks for sharing. Also see https://www.beckandbulow.co

        Reply
      4. jill says

        February 04, 2022 at 10:03 am

        I'd like to plan a party around this milk shake. We loved the flavor and I love that it is made with fresh strawberries. Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
      5. Jeannie says

        February 03, 2022 at 1:24 pm

        refreshing and great breakfast drink, I use maple syrup as sweetener

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      6. Jan says

        February 03, 2022 at 10:58 am

        The children loved this so much. I especially love the use of real strawberries in it. Thanks Donna for an amazing smoothie.

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      7. Megan says

        February 03, 2022 at 9:44 am

        Just what the doctor ordered for today. I have a garden full of strawberries and this looks absolutely delicious! Thanks Donna for another delicious recipe.

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      8. Kayla DiMaggio says

        February 03, 2022 at 9:38 am

        This strawberry milkshake recipe was so delicious! I loved that it used real strawberries!

        Reply
      9. Glenda says

        October 26, 2021 at 5:29 am

        What a luscious and flavorful treat! Absolutely loved these shakes!

        Reply
      10. Sherry Ronning says

        October 24, 2021 at 3:27 pm

        Growing up on a 100 acre Strawberry farm, we made strawberry shakes all the time. Thanks for the memories and the great shake recipe!!

        Reply
        • Donna says

          October 24, 2021 at 3:34 pm

          Oh wow, that would have been amazing!!

          Reply
      11. Kathy Hester says

        October 22, 2021 at 2:07 pm

        I love a milkshake!

        Reply
      12. Jennifer says

        October 21, 2021 at 11:18 pm

        The honey is the secret ingredient that puts this milkshake over the top good!

        Reply
      13. Mandy Applegate says

        October 21, 2021 at 8:42 pm

        I've tried a few strawberry milkshake recipes and this is the best!

        Reply
      14. laura says

        October 21, 2021 at 4:19 pm

        The PERFECT strawberry milkshake!!

        Reply
      15. Sachi says

        October 21, 2021 at 1:30 pm

        So fresh and good.

        Reply
      16. Anne says

        October 21, 2021 at 9:02 am

        Milkshakes are the best dessert!

        Reply
      17. Cindy says

        October 21, 2021 at 2:27 am

        Oh this is the best! So yummy and creamy!

        Reply
      18. Lynn Polito says

        October 21, 2021 at 1:21 am

        What a sweet treat! I love this recipe!

        Reply
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