Strawberry Milkshake
This Strawberry Milkshake is thick, creamy, and bursting with real strawberry flavor, plus a touch of cream cheese that makes it taste just like a strawberry cheesecake in a glass. Crushed graham crackers give it that perfect dessert finish!
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Nothing screams summer like a frosty strawberry milkshake! With juicy summer berries in season, I’ve been on a serious kick with strawberry recipes—can’t get enough of them lately! From strawberry muffins and bread to a refreshing strawberry margarita, I’ve been making it all. But honestly, this shake might be my favorite—it’s ridiculously delicious and comes together in no time!
Tried this today with frozen strawberries and strawberry ice cream. It was so good! Super easy and absolutely delicious.
— Caroline
Ingredients you’ll need
Get ready to blend up a treat that tastes just like dessert in a glass! This easy strawberry milkshake recipe is rich, creamy, and loaded with fresh berry flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a sweet, dreamy shake that hits the spot every time.
- Vanilla ice cream: The base of the milkshake that makes it thick, creamy, and sweet.
- Milk: Helps with blending; use whole milk for extra richness.
- Fresh or frozen strawberries: Either works! Frozen will make it extra thick and frosty.
- Cream cheese: Adds that signature cheesecake flavor; make sure it’s softened so it blends smoothly.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances the sweetness and rounds out the flavor.
- Strawberry jam: This is optional, but I really love it for an extra punch of strawberry flavor and sweetness.
- Graham crackers: Blend them in for that “crust” element and a little texture.
- Toppings: Don’t skip the toppings! They make it fun and give that true strawberry cheesecake vibe. We love to add whipped cream, some fresh strawberries and graham crackers (whole and crumbs).
Recipe variations
- Instead of cream cheese: You can use mascarpone for a lighter, sweeter twist, or Greek yogurt for a tangier, slightly healthier version.
- Berry blend: Swap some of the strawberries for raspberries or blueberries for a mixed berry cheesecake flavor.
- Chocolate: Add a spoonful of chocolate syrup or blend in some chocolate chips for a chocolatey twist.
- Strawberry ice cream: Swap out the vanilla ice cream for strawberry ice cream to double down on fruity flavor and make it extra pink and creamy.
How to make a strawberry milkshake
Step 1. Add ice cream, milk, strawberries, cream cheese, vanilla, graham crackers, and jam (if using) to a blender.
Step 2. Blend until smooth.
Step 3. Pour into tall glasses, top with whipped cream and crushed graham crackers. You can even rim the glasses with graham cracker crumbs for presentation.
Step 4. Serve with a cute straw and enjoy immediately!
Helpful tips
Here are my top tips for a delicious milkshake every time!
- Frozen fruit: Frozen strawberries (or any fruit) are key to getting that extra cold, creamy, and thick milkshake consistency.
- Adjust thickness: Add more ice cream for a thicker shake or a splash more milk if you prefer it thinner.
- Chill your glass: Pop your serving glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before pouring in the shake to help it stay cold longer.
Frequently asked questions
It helps, especially with frozen fruit or thick shakes, but you can still make it work with a regular blender—just start the blender on low and gradually increase the speed.
Absolutely! Toss in a scoop of protein powder or use a high-protein ice cream. You can also add in some Greek yogurt or nut butter for a small boost of protein.
Use plant-based milk (like almond, oat, or coconut) and non-dairy ice cream or frozen banana for creaminess.
More frozen treats
Here are some more cool, creamy favorites to keep you chill all summer long!
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Strawberry Milkshake
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream, about 3-4 large ice cream scoops
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- ¼ cup cream cheese, room temp for easy blending
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon strawberry jam for extra flavor, optional
- 2-3 graham crackers
For topping:
- whipped cream
- fresh strawberries
- graham crackers, whole and crumbs
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Instructions
- Blend ice cream, milk, strawberries, cream cheese, vanilla, graham crackers, and jam (if using) until smooth.
- Pour into glasses, top with whipped cream and crushed graham crackers. You can even rim the glasses with graham cracker crumbs for a pretty look.
- Serve with a cute straw and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Use premium vanilla ice cream for a creamier, richer texture. If it’s too hard to scoop, let it sit at room temp for 5–10 minutes.
- Fresh strawberries give a brighter, more natural flavor, but frozen strawberries make the shake colder and thicker. If using frozen, you might need a splash more milk to blend.
- Instead of cream cheese, you can use mascarpone for a lighter, sweeter twist, or Greek yogurt for a tangier, slightly healthier version.
- Don’t skip the graham crackers or strawberry jam, they’re key to making the milkshake actually taste like strawberry cheesecake.
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Tried this today with frozen strawberries and strawberry ice cream. It was so good! Super easy and absolutely delicious.
So happy you enjoyed!