Homemade Strawberry Milk is bursting with the flavor of fresh, sweet strawberries. This easy, 3-ingredient recipe is perfect for one or two servings and so much better than store bought. I’ll show you how to make it in two ways: with fresh berries in a blender or with a strawberry simple syrup.
I’m sharing two different ways to make the strawberry milk of your dreams:
- Strawberries blended with milk and a little bit of sugar in a blender, or
- A homemade strawberry simple syrup that’s stirred into a tall glass of cold milk
Whether you’re looking for quick and easy, or a recipe that doesn’t require a blender, or syrup you can store in the fridge to make strawberry milk at a moment’s notice, I’ve got you covered – all in a small batch recipe that serves one or two.
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Both are dreamy, but here’s the breakdown of the differences:
Strawberry milk made with fresh berries in a blender:
- Quick and easy
- Can easily adjust the amounts of strawberries for a more intense strawberry flavor without using too much sugar
- Can choose exactly how much (if any) sugar to use or even which kind of sweetener (We use an erythritol and monkfruit sugar substitute like Lakanto)
- A light and fluffy smoothie-esque texture
- Uses the whole berry providing healthy fiber and more body in the texture as well as no waste
Strawberry milk made with a homemade strawberry simple syrup:
- Milky texture - Perfect for when you’re craving that smooth, pure sip of strawberry goodness with no bubbles or smoothie texture
- No blender necessary
- Premade strawberry syrup in the fridge means a yummy glass of strawberry milk is seconds away
- Syrup lasts for up to 3 weeks in the fridge
- Strawberry syrup is the perfect use for strawberries that are a little past their prime
Why you’ll love this homemade strawberry milk
- The fresh taste of sweet, real strawberries and creamy milk can’t be beat
- Super quick and easy to make
- All natural ingredients
- You can control the amount and type of sweetener added – if any!
- Can be made with or without a blender
- A tall, cold glass of strawberry milk will make you feel like a kid again!
Strawberry Milk Ingredients
- Strawberries: for the fresh strawberry milk in the blender, I use fresh strawberries, but you could also use thawed frozen berries. (Unless you want more of a smoothie texture, in which case you can use them frozen. For the strawberry syrup, you can use fresh or frozen berries.
- Milk: You can use any type of milk, dairy or nondairy
- Sugar: If you’re making the fresh strawberry milk in the blender, add sugar or other sweetener to taste. For a sugar-free alternative, we like an erythritol sweetener like Lakanto. Both sugar and erythritol can be used in the syrup.
How to make strawberry milk in the blender
Combine strawberries, milk, and sweetener (if using) in a blender and blend until smooth
How to make strawberry milk with a homemade strawberry syrup
Prepare the strawberry syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. The berries will soften and lose their bright color and the liquid will be deep red.
- Strain the strawberries out of the simple syrup through a fine mesh strainer, being careful not to press down on the berries or the syrup will be cloudy.
- Chill the strawberry syrup until cold
Make the strawberry milk
- Stir the strawberry syrup into a glass of cold milk
Strawberry Milk for one or a crowd
This Strawberry Milk recipe has the perfect proportions for a tall glass or 2 smaller glasses. For more servings, it can easily be doubled or tripled.
Big batch of strawberry syrup for about 8 servings
We love keeping a bottle of homemade strawberry syrup in the fridge so we can have strawberry milk in a moment’s notice. This Strawberry Syrup recipe makes about 2 cups of syrup and lasts for up to 3 weeks in the fridge. Simply stir 2-4 tablespoons of syrup into a glass of milk.
FAQs
What kind of sweetener can I use?
We like sugar in our strawberry milk, or an erythritol sugar substitute like Lakanto because it doesn’t interfere with the pure taste of the strawberries. You could make it with honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or any sweetener you prefer.
What are the best strawberries to use?
Summer strawberries at the peak of ripeness will give the freshest strawberry flavor. Frozen strawberries are also usually picked and frozen when at the peak of ripeness.
Can I make this strawberry milk vegan?
Yes, just use non-dairy milk for a vegan beverage.
More strawberry recipes for you to love:
- Fresh Strawberry Juice
- Homemade Strawberry Syrup
- Strawberry Sweet Rolls
- Strawberries and Cream Scones
- Fruit Pizza
Easy Homemade Strawberry Milk
- Total Time: 2 minutes
Description
Homemade Strawberry Milk is bursting with the flavor of fresh, sweet strawberries. This easy, 3-ingredient recipe is perfect for one or two servings and so much better than store bought.
Ingredients
Blender method:
- 4oz strawberries, sliced (¾ cup)
- 1 cup of milk
- Optional: 2 tablespoons sugar (or other sweetener), or to taste
Syrup method:
- 4oz strawberries, sliced (¾ cup)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup of milk
Instructions
Blender method:
- Combine strawberries, milk, and sweetener (if using) in a blender and blend until smooth.
Syrup method
- In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. The berries will soften and lose their bright color and the liquid will be deep red.
- Strain the strawberries out of the simple syrup through a fine mesh strainer, being careful not to press down on the berries or the syrup will be cloudy.
- Chill until cold
- Stir the chilled strawberry syrup into a glass of cold milk
Equipment
Notes
*Recipe can easily be multiplied for more servings
*Big batch of Strawberry syrup for about 8 servings: Make this homemade Strawberry Syrup. It can stay in the fridge for up to 3 weeks and makes about 2 cups of syrup. Use about 2-4 tablespoons of syrup for 1 cup of milk or to taste.
*Nutrition value is calculated using skim milk and no optional sugar
- Prep Time: 2
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry, milk, beverage, blender, strawberry syrup
Simple and delightful!
Thanks so much, Angie!
I can't remember the last time I had strawberry milk. But suddenly, I have this craving . . . 🙂 Such a fun recipe -- thanks.
Thanks so much, John!
I have never had strawberry milk -- isn't that funny? I don't think it appealed to me as a child (didn't like strawberries then - but love them now!). I would love a glass of cold strawberry milk right now!
Strawberry milk didn't appeal to me until I realized I could make it with fresh strawberries! Thanks so much, David!