Best Strawberry Milkshake Recipe
The Best Strawberry Milkshake is a classic, ultra-creamy drink made with real strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and milk for a rich, nostalgic flavor that never goes out of style. This easy homemade milkshake delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and freshness, with a thick, smooth texture that rivals any diner or café version.
Servings: 1
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring cups
- Serving glasses
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream (full-fat preferred)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup whole milk (plus more as needed)
- 1–2 tsp sugar or honey (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries. If the berries are slightly tart, sprinkle with a little sugar and let sit for 5 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Add milk, strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and vanilla extract to a blender in that order.
- Blend on medium speed, then increase to high until smooth and creamy. Avoid overblending to prevent melting.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more sugar, milk, or ice cream as needed.
- Pour into glasses, add toppings if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe, fragrant strawberries for best flavor
- Full-fat ice cream creates the creamiest texture
- Start with less milk and adjust gradually
- Frozen strawberries create a thicker milkshake
- Avoid adding ice, as it waters down the flavor
- Best enjoyed fresh