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Strawberry Milkshake

A thick and creamy classic milkshake made with fresh or frozen strawberries and real vanilla ice cream. Blended until silky smooth and topped with whipped cream for a diner-style treat.

7 minEasyServes 2350 cal/serving

AmericanNon-Alcoholic DrinkBlenderVegetarianKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
  • 3 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup whipped cream (for topping)
  • 4 fresh strawberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1

    If using fresh 2 cups hulled fresh or frozen strawberries, place them in the freezer for 15 minutes before blending to ensure a thick, cold milkshake. If already frozen, proceed directly.

  2. 2

    Add 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, 3 cups vanilla ice cream, 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 tsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract to the blender.

  3. 3

    Blend on high for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth. Check the consistency: if too thick to drink, add a splash more milk and blend briefly. If too thin, add another scoop of ice cream.

  4. 4

    Divide between two chilled glasses. Top with 1/4 cup whipped cream (for topping) and 4 fresh strawberries (for garnish). Serve immediately with a straw.

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What is Strawberry Milkshake?

A thick and creamy classic milkshake made with fresh or frozen strawberries and real vanilla ice cream. Blended until silky smooth and topped with whipped cream for a diner-style treat. This reference files it under American non-alcoholic drink: made in a blender, rated easy and about 7 minutes start to finish.

Can I make Strawberry Milkshake dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Strawberry Milkshake is 3 cups vanilla ice cream, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup whipped cream (for topping). Swap the vanilla ice cream for a plant-based version of the same product; the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk; the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Strawberry Milkshake vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 3 cups vanilla ice cream, 1/2 cup whole milk and 1/4 cup whipped cream (for topping). For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan non-alcoholic drink collection.

How many calories are in Strawberry Milkshake?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 350 calories, with 6 g protein, 48 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 80 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Strawberry Milkshake for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Halved, the strawberries drops from 2 cups to 1 cup; doubled, it is 4 cups. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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