Looking for a homemade version of the classic Strawberry Milk? One that your kids will say is “slay”? Then, you need this recipe. This perfectly bold strawberry-flavored milk has 4 simple ingredients and is made in less than 3-minutes. The secret to this strawberry milk perfection *whispers* is in the juices from the thawed frozen strawberries. It actually couldn’t be easier. To the kitchen, we go.
Easy Strawberry Milk
Are your kids getting bored of drinking plain milk?
Then, I’ve got you!
Once my kids drank their weights in my Homemade Chocolate Milk, it was time to have them try something new – Strawberry Milk. Since I was borderline obsessed with strawberry milk as a kid, I knew that I had to bring it.
It took several tries – some too sweet, some not enough strawberry ump, some too much cinnamon – but the final recipe was perfect *chefskiss!
The secret to getting the perfect amount of strawberry flavor – take frozen strawberries and let them thaw before adding the strawberries along with their juices to the milk. That’s it, that’s the secret. The magic is really the thawed frozen strawberry juices – which have a thick, naturally sweetened strawberry syrup consistency. To thaw the strawberries, I add mine to a bowl and microwave for 30-60 seconds. I mean, you can leave them on the counter or in the fridge for a few hours, but when I want a glass of strawberry milk, I want it now!
My kids took a sip of my perfected recipe, their eyes popped open, and then they proceeded to chug an entire glass of the strawberry milk like they were animals at a watering hole in the Serengeti before slamming the glasses on the counter and saying, I slayed it (which I had to immediately had to google what that meant lol).
Ingredients Needed
- Milk: use whole milk or any plain unsweetened plant-based milk, such as soy, almond, coconut, etc.
- Frozen Strawberries: frozen strawberries that have been thawed along with their natural juices will provide a more intense strawberry flavor. Fresh strawberries will work, but depending on the ripeness and season, they will have a lighter and fresher taste.
- Maple Syrup or Honey: for a little sweetness. You can also use agave nectar.
- Vanilla Extract: use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
Let’s Get Mixing
Recipe Tips
- You can use fresh or frozen (and thawed) strawberries, but frozen will give the best flavor.
- Try adding in a few slices of banana for a yummy strawberry banana milk – like a milkshake but lighter.
Kid-Requested 3 Minute Strawberry Milk (naturally sweetened)
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup strawberries, thawed from frozen with juices, or fresh
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup, (can use honey or agave nectar)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: to a blender, add the milk, strawberries, maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Blend: on medium-high speed, blend for 60-90 seconds or until the strawberry milk is completely smooth.
- Enjoy: Pour into a glass and serve!
Notes
Medically reviewed and cowritten by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).
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