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A vibrant pink strawberry milkshake in a tall glass, topped with whipped cream and a fresh strawberry, ready to be enjoyed. It represents a delightful, classic dessert.

Strawberry Milkshake:

Olivia Carter
This one’s a classic: thick, creamy, and bursting with real strawberry flavor. It’s that dreamy combo of fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and milk — basically summer in a glass. Whether you’re craving something sweet after dinner or just need a cool pick-me-up on a hot day, this milkshake totally delivers.
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10 minutes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
COST About $4-$7 total (Depends on how fancy your ice cream is!)
Course Dessert, Pure Comfort
Cuisine American
Keyword Strawberry Milkshake, strawberry shake
Servings 2 happy people
Calories 343 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Tall glasses
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Straw (optional, but makes it feel like diner-style fun)

Ingredients
  

  • 75 g Fresh Strawberries Main flavor — fresh or slightly frozen works best for a thicker shake.
  • 75 9 Vanilla Ice Cream Gives that dreamy creaminess and classic flavor.
  • 75–100 ml Whole Milk (chilled) Adjust thickness — more milk = thinner, less milk = thicker.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Only if your berries aren’t naturally sweet.

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Strawberries
    Give your berries a good wash, hull them, and chop roughly. Sprinkle on the sugar if you like, then either freeze them for 30–60 minutes or let them sit for about 15 minutes to get nice and juicy.
    Preparing the Strawberr
  • Purée the Fruit
    Toss those strawberries (and their syrupy juices) into your blender. Blend until smooth — no big chunks allowed.
    Blending the Strawberries
  • Add Milk & Ice Cream
    Now pour in the chilled milk and scoop in the vanilla ice cream. Blend again until you’ve got a silky, frothy pink cloud of happiness.
    Milk and scoops of vanilla ice cream are being added to the blender containing the strawberry purée, showing the ingredients coming together. This illustrates the core blending step.
  • Adjust the Consistency
    Too thick? Add a splash more milk. Too thin? Add another spoon of ice cream. You’re the boss here.
    A two-panel image shows milk being poured into strawberry purée, followed by scoops of vanilla ice cream being added to the mixture in a blender. This illustrates how to combine the liquid and frozen components.
  • Serve It Up
    Pour your shake into a tall, chilled glass. Garnish with a strawberry or a dollop of whipped cream if you’re feeling extra. Pop in a straw (or grab a spoon), and enjoy right away — before someone else steals it.
    A thick, pink strawberry milkshake is being poured into a tall, chilled glass, which is already garnished with whipped cream and a fresh strawberry. This illustrates the final, beautiful presentation of the dessert.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe strawberries if you can — they’ll give you that pure, fruity flavor.
Got a weak blender? Start with the fruit and a bit of milk first, then add ice cream once it’s smooth.
Want it extra thick? Add more ice cream or use frozen berries.
If, by some miracle, you have leftovers (unlikely), stash them in the fridge and re-blend before sipping — texture might not be perfect, but it’ll still taste great.
Feel free to get creative: add a spoon of malted milk powder for a toasty flavor, a swirl of strawberry jam for sweetness, or even a splash of lemon juice to brighten it up.

Nutrition (Approx. per Serving)

  • Calories: ~343 kcal
  • Fat: ~18 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~11 g
  • Carbs: ~40 g
  • Sugar: ~35 g
  • Protein: ~6 g
  • Sodium: ~81 mg
  • Calcium: ~180 mg
  • Potassium: ~385 mg