BEST Strawberry Milkshake [3 ingredients!] - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

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written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 3 votes

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings 1 serving

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Last updated on February 28, 2024

This Strawberry Milkshake recipe is easy to make and FULL of real strawberry flavor! Make one or make a bunch!

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Summer is in full swing and we are loving our milkshakes!

Last summer we talked about How to Make a Milkshake, with the perfect ratios, ingredients, and all the tips and tricks you could ever need.

Today, we’re jumping off on that topic again with this Strawberry Milkshake recipe.

If you are loving all the cold drinks (who doesn’t when the sun is shining??), you’ll want to check out this Homemade Lemonade recipe, this fun Strawberry Milk and this Cold Brew coffee recipe, too!

How to make a Strawberry Milkshake:

Making a milkshake is easy and it really is the perfect way to cool down in the summer!

With just a couple tips and tricks, you can have a perfectly thick Strawberry Milkshake in no time.

  1. Be sure to place the ingredients in the blender in the order listed. This ensures your blender will have no problem getting the right consistency!
  2. Be sure to measure the liquid: you know me! I don’t like to break out the measuring cups unless they’re necessary but I’ve made too many watered (milked?) down milkshakes to count and now I always measure to make sure I have just enough.
  3. If your blender is struggling, be sure to stop it and give it a stir. Here you can also check out the consistency and adjust if necessary.
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I don’t have strawberries! What can I use?

Fresh or frozen strawberries are obviously the best way to make a strawberry milkshake, but there are other ways you can try if you’re in a pinch and the craving hits!

  • A tablespoon or two of pure strawberry jam
  • Freeze dried strawberries or powder
  • Strawberry sauce, for ice cream or milk
  • Strawberry jello powder (the flavor won’t be as authentic, but it can still be delicious! My tip with this one is to go slow and add just a little)

Strawberry Milkshake ingredients and variations:

  • Vanilla ice cream: vanilla ice cream is our go to and we always have it on hand! You can swap in vanilla frozen yogurt, or strawberry frozen yogurt or ice cream if you have it for extra strawberry flavor.
  • Milk: I use regular, low fat dairy milk because that’s what we have on hand. You can swap in any kind of milk, keeping in mind that non dairy milks will alter the flavor slightly
  • Strawberries: we’ve gone over this one in detail above!
  • Mix it up! Feel free to add banana, chocolate, peanut butter, a variety of berries, or any other flavor you love with strawberries!

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Strawberry Milkshake

written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 3 votes

This Strawberry Milkshake recipe is easy to make and FULL of real strawberry flavor! Make one or make a bunch!

BEST Strawberry Milkshake [3 ingredients!] - The Recipe Rebel (6)

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Cuisine American, canadian

Course Dessert, Drinks

Servings 1 serving

Calories 518cal

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups vanilla ice cream
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 4-5 large fresh strawberries sliced

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Instructions

  • Add ingredients to the blender in the order listed, or from softest to firmest (if using frozen fruit, it will go at the top, otherwise, the ice cream goes at the top).

  • Blend until smooth and serve, garnishing with whipped cream, sprinkles and maraschino cherries if desired.

Notes

*This recipe makes one large or two small milkshakes. Nutrition information is for the entire recipe (1 large milkshake).

Nutrition Information

Calories: 518cal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 211mg | Potassium: 622mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 54g | Vitamin A: 1094IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 377mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords strawberry milkshake

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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  1. Debbie says

    Could I use homemade vanilla ice cream?
    Also….do you have a recipe for a chocolate shake? Thanks for sharing your recipes!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Absolutely! And I have a tutorial for many different kinds of milkshakes here: https://www.thereciperebel.com/how-to-make-a-milkshake/

      Reply

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FAQs

What is the secret of a good milkshake? ›

Your Homemade Milkshake Formula

You only need two ingredients to make a great milkshake: ice cream and milk. One pint of ice cream will make two milkshakes. Stick to plain flavors that don't have mix-ins. You'll need 2/3 cup milk, which is enough to get things moving but doesn't overwhelm the ice cream flavor.

How does Dairy Queen make their strawberry milkshakes? ›

Strawberries blended with milk and creamy DQ® vanilla soft serve into a classic DQ® shake garnished with whipped topping. We hand-blend our signature soft serve until it's velvety thick and delicious. Next, we crown it with a swirl of whipped topping, of course.

Are strawberry shakes healthy? ›

Strawberry milkshakes are one of the most classic and nutritious drinks of all time. It has been a favorite of all of us and we cannot deny that. It is best to have strawberry in the form of milkshakes and juices because it contains Vitamin C and is a high source of potassium and magnesium.

Why is strawberry milkshake so good? ›

The taste of a strawberry milkshake is sweet and satisfying. They're perfect for a delightful treat, or any time you're craving something sweet and creamy. The strawberry milkshake combines the sweet flavour of strawberries with milk and ice cream for a deliciously decadent beverage that packs a sweet pick-me-up.

What is the ratio of milk to ice cream for a milkshake? ›

1 cup ice cream to 1/4 cup milk is a great ratio. Blend the shake. In a blender, combine the milk and ice cream and blend until smooth. Add any your mix-ins and blend them in to your desired consistency.

What is McDonald's strawberry milkshake made of? ›

View Ingredients & Allergens

OR: Reconstituted Skimmed MILK, Sugar, Cream (MILK), Skimmed MILK Powder, Glucose Syrup, Whey Powder (MILK), Stabilisers (Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Locust Bean Gum), Natural Flavouring.

Does DQ use real strawberries? ›

Artificially Flavored Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream: Milkfat And Nonfat Milk, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Whey, Mono And Diglycerides, Artificial Flavor, Guar Gum, Polysorbate 80, Carrageenan, Vitamin A Palmitate, Strawberry Topping: Sliced Strawberries, Sugar, Cellulose Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), ...

What's the difference between a strawberry smoothie and a strawberry milkshake? ›

One surefire way to know a milkshake from a smoothie is by the whipped cream topping. Milkshakes have it, smoothies don't. That said, a whipped-cream-less drink could still be a milkshake if, say, it's made with Ben & Jerry's Non-Dairy or the drinker just wasn't feeling whippy.

Can I drink a strawberry milkshake every day? ›

Despite the aforementioned health benefits, it's recommended to consume strawberry milkshakes in moderate doses. This is because, as mentioned above, it is typically composed of high levels of sugar owing to the use of ingredients such as ice cream and artificial sweeteners.

What's the difference between a strawberry shake and a strawberry malt? ›

The difference between a malt and a shake is that a malt is a milkshake made with malted milk powder. You start with the same base ingredients of a milkshake - ice cream and milk - and then add malted milk powder into the recipe. The resulting flavor is richer, sweeter, and more toasty than a traditional milkshake.

What does a milkshake do to your body? ›

Milkshakes are a great source of energy due to the combination of carbohydrates, protein and fats they provide. They can be a quick and tasty way to refuel after physical activity or to combat feelings of tiredness during a busy day.

What is the most unhealthy milkshake in the world? ›

The Heath Bar Shake is a milkshake drink sold at Baskin-Robbins, based on the Heath candy bar. It is notable for its high calorie count and was dubbed "The Unhealthiest Drink in America" by Men's Health Magazine. The shake contains 2,310 calories.

Is in-n-out strawberry shake good? ›

It wasn't bad. The strawberry flavor was bright and sweet, with notes of vanilla that rounded out the fruity taste. But it had a slightly synthetic flavor that reminded me a little too much of strawberry Nesquik. So if you're looking for a fresh taste, skip the strawberry shake and go for one of the others.

What is the best thickener for milkshakes? ›

I learned early on to add bananas to them to thicken them. Make sure the banana is cold or better yet, cut into pieces and frozen. Malt powder or malted milk powder also work well. Use more of the fruit pulp and less quantity of milk.

What is the best milk for milkshakes? ›

Best For Creamy Texture

If you are someone who prefers thicker and fuller smoothies with a creamy texture, then whole milk or oat milk is the best option for you. Oat milk helps to add creaminess to your smoothie without the addition of fat that comes with dairy milk.

Why put a raw egg in a milkshakes? ›

Raw eggs are quite nutritious, and don't really add any flavour to the milkshake. What they do add is a delicious creaminess and frothiness. Having said that, the egg is totally optional so if you are queasy about the idea, or worried about salmonella poisoning, just leave it out.

What is the best ice cream to use for milkshakes? ›

In most cases, stick with vanilla ice cream to avoid a milkshake that's too sweet. Even if you're making a chocolate, strawberry, or some other flavor of shake, vanilla ice cream is like the blank canvas that allows you to get the flavor just right.

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