Description
This Homemade Strawberry Milkshake is a deliciously creamy and refreshing treat made with fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream, milk, and a hint of vanilla extract. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, it blends the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries with rich vanilla flavors to create a smooth, satisfying drink suitable for any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
Milkshake Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly under cold water and remove the stems and hulls to ensure they are clean and ready for blending.
- Combine ingredients: In a blender, add the milk, vanilla extract, hulled strawberries, and vanilla ice cream together.
- Blend: Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
- Serve: Pour the milkshake into serving glasses and optionally garnish with whipped cream or fresh fruit for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Adjust the quantity of ice cream or milk according to your desired thickness.
- You can substitute vanilla extract with strawberry syrup for a stronger fruit flavor.
- Add a few ice cubes before blending if you prefer a colder, frostier milkshake.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond milk and vegan ice cream.
