Strawberry Milkshake Recipe

Name: Strawberry Milkshake Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1/2-1 cup milk; 2 cups vanilla bean ice cream; 1 cup strawberries (fresh); 2 oz cream cheese; whipped topping spray can (like Reddi-Wip); strawberries (fresh, sliced for garnish)

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May 29, 2024

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Looking for the perfect treat to cool off on a warm day? This delicious Strawberry Milkshake is your answer! With just a handful of ingredients like fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and a secret ingredient (shhh…it’s a touch of cream cheese), it’s an easy strawberry milkshake recipe that you’ll want to make again and again.

strawberry shake in a glass with a straw and strawberry garnish

Why You’ll Love This Milkshake Recipe

This Strawberry Milkshake was something I made on a whim as a fun afternoon treat. Oh, my word. I forgot how delicious, fun, easy, fabulous, and amazing milkshakes are. By adding cream cheese to the blender, it brings this sweet treat to the next level of tangy and creamy! Yum!

Ingredients Needed For This Strawberry Milkshake Recipe

Just a handful of ingredients are needed to make this homemade Strawberry Milkshake. Here is everything you’ll need:

Milk: Whole milk is best for a rich, creamy texture, but you can use almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: Scoops of vanilla ice cream add that classic, rich vanilla flavor.
Fresh Strawberries: Use fresh berries for natural sweetness and vibrant strawberry flavor.
Cream Cheese: Adds a unique creaminess and slight tang that elevates the shake.
Whipped Cream & Fresh Strawberries for Garnish: Homemade whipped cream and sliced strawberries make the top of the milkshakes look and taste amazing.

Equipment

High Powered Blender

Variations

Strawberry Ice Cream: For an extra burst of strawberry flavor, use strawberry ice cream instead of vanilla bean.
Frozen Strawberries: If fresh strawberries aren’t available, frozen strawberries work just as well and create a thicker shake. Just add more milk to get your desired consistency.
Less Sugar: Skip the extra sugar if your strawberries are sweet enough.
Vegan Option: Substitute vegan ice cream and plant-based milk like almond or coconut milk.

How to Make a Strawberry Milkshake

Just 5 simple ingredients to make the best strawberry milkshake you’ve ever had. For full details on how to make a Strawberry Milkshake, see the recipe card down below.

1. Add Ingredients to Blender

Start off by adding milk, strawberries and cream cheese to your blender.

Scoop the vanilla bean ice cream into the blender too.

2. Blend Until Creamy + Smooth

Secure the lid and blend until smooth! Add as much or as little milk as you’d like to get desired consistency.

3. Pour into Glasses + Garnish with Whipped Cream and Fresh Strawberries

Pour into tall glasses and top with whipped cream (or make your own homemade whipped cream) and fresh strawberries. Perfection right here. If you like your milkshakes on the thick side, use a spoon, but feel free to add more milk and use a straw.

FAQ About This Strawberry Milkshake Recipe

What kind of milk is best to use for milkshakes?

I would recommend using whole milk or 2% milk for milkshakes. For a creamy and smooth milkshake, you need the higher fat content than what skim milk offers. You can also use a vanilla greek yogurt or a plant based milk, like almond milk. It will alter the taste and texture slightly, but will still be delicious!

Can I use other berries?

Short answer- Yes. I mean it won’t be a strawberry milkshake anymore, but you can use whatever berries you have on hand and choose to use. You could even add a couple different berries (1 cup total) for a different version.

Storing Leftover Strawberry Milkshake

While I highly recommend enjoying your milkshake right after you make it, you can store leftovers for later! Simply put any remaining milkshake in an airtight, freezer safe container and store in the freezer. Strawberry Milkshakes will stay fresh and tasty in the freezer for 1-2 months. After that, they don’t taste as good as they did on day one.

To revive your frozen milkshake, remove from the freezer and allow it to sit on the counter for 5-10 minutes. Give it a good stir and enjoy!

Love Strawberry Milkshakes? Give These Sweet Treats a Try!

This fresh strawberry milkshake is the perfect treat for a hot summer day, bringing together the sweet flavors of fresh strawberries and rich vanilla ice cream. The printable recipe card is down below. Have a good one, friends!

If you make this recipe, I would really appreciate it if you would give it a star rating and leave your review in the comments! If you have a picture of your finished dish, post it on Instagram using the hashtag #laurenslatest and tagging me @laurens_latest.

3 strawberry milkshakes in glasses with straws and strawberry garnish

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5 from 6 votes