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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Homemade Strawberry Milk

    Published: Aug 2, 2021 · Modified: Aug 6, 2021 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Glass of milk with text: How to make strawberry milk.
    Glass of milk with straws, with text: Strawberry milk from scratch.

    Make this Homemade Strawberry Milk recipe from scratch in no time! Using a homemade strawberry syrup and your favorite milk, you can enjoy this cold and creamy treat as a quick and refreshing drink.

    Glass of strawberry milk, bottle of milk and bottle of strawberry syrup, on a wooden table.
    Strawberry Milk is creamy, sweet and full of fresh strawberry flavor!

    Strawberry milk is definitely a childhood favorite. There’s nothing like a cold glass of milk mixed with the sweet flavors of strawberries.

    Having a cold glass in the summer makes for a great day, especially when served with cookies!

    When you buy it at the store, chances are you are consuming a lot more sugar and flavor additives than if you make it yourself.

    This recipe mixes milk of your choice along with a homemade fruit syrup that’s made from real strawberries that’s easy to make.

    It’s the perfect option if you’re looking to increase the number of clean ingredients in your diet and it’s great for kids!

    I love buying up lots of seasonal strawberries. Make the most of them in Strawberry Compote and Spinach Strawberry Salad, Strawberry Iced Tea and classic Strawberries and Cream.

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    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Variations
    • Storage
    • Top tips
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • It uses a homemade simple syrup made from real strawberries.
    • You can mix it up in 60 seconds or less.
    • A homemade alternative to Nesquick strawberry milk.
    • Make it with the milk of your choice to suit a plant-based lifestyle.
    • It’s a great way to use up strawberries in the summer.
    • A perfect after-school snack for kids!
    Looking down at a glass of strawberry milk.
    It tastes like childhood in a glass!

    Ingredients

    Cold Milk - You can use any milk of your choice to mix with strawberry syrup including cow’s milk and dairy-free milk such as coconut, or almond.
    Strawberry Syrup - A homemade strawberry syrup recipe is included if you don’t want to use store-bought. To make it from scratch, you only need strawberries (fresh or frozen), water, sugar and optional vanilla.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Wondering how to make strawberry milk from scratch? It's sooo easy. Whip up the syrup in a few minutes, then keep it in the fridge and have homemade strawberry milk for weeks!

    Collage of making strawberry syrup.
    Make a batch of strawberry drink syrup in minutes!

    Make the strawberry syrup: To make the syrup, simmer strawberries, water, sugar, and vanilla for 10 minutes. Place a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl and pour in the mixture. Press the strawberries to extract as much syrup as possible. Allow the strawberry syrup to cool completely.

    Table with glass of milk and strawberries.

    Assemble the strawberry milk: Grab a glass of cold milk.

    Pouring syrup into milk.

    Stir cooled strawberry milk syrup into the milk until dissolved. Taste and add more syrup if desired, or dilute with more milk. Keep in the fridge until ready to serve.

    Serving Suggestions

    Enjoy your strawberry milk as a refreshing drink or after school snack.

    Serve alongside a Mango Shake.

    Blend it into a Banana Lassi for a strawberry banana refreshing drink.

    Serve a cold glass with some Mango Muffins for breakfast.

    Serve with some Mini Apple Pizzas for a fruity treat.

    Variations

    • Whisk in a tablespoon of cocoa powder for strawberry chocolate milk.
    • Throw in some freeze-dried strawberries for texture and more strawberry flavor.
    • Add to popsicle molds to make homemade strawberry milk popsicles.
    • For a more vibrant pink color, add a few drops of red food coloring.
    • Add a dash of almond or maple extract to the milk for a unique layer of flavor.
    • Add a dash of Banana Syrup.
    • Go diary free with some homemade Almond Milk.

    Storage

    Storing: If you’re making it ahead of time, store it in the fridge for 4-5 days in an airtight jar or pitcher. Give it a stir before serving.

    Freezing: You can freeze strawberry milk into popsicle molds, or ice cube molds and thaw in the fridge overnight for later use.

    Top tips

    • If you’re making your own strawberry syrup, make sure it is completely cooled before adding it to the milk to make sure it doesn’t lower the temperature of the milk to an unsafe bacteria zone.
    • Feel free to adjust the taste of the milk by adding more or less syrup to the milk.
    • You can make a pitcher of strawberry milk by premixing it and storing it in the fridge for an easy pourable refreshing treat.
    • When making homemade strawberry syrup, you can double strain the syrup to remove any pulp to make a clearer syrup.
    Strawberry syrup being poured into a glass of milk.
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    Glass of strawberry milk, bottle of milk and bottle of strawberry syrup, on a wooden table.

    Strawberry Milk

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    This easy Homemade Strawberry Milk recipe shows you how to make sweet and creamy strawberry milk from scratch! Refreshing, tasty, and easy!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Drink
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 161 kcal

    Equipment

    • Pot
    • Fine Mesh Strainer

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 cups cold milk
    • 2-3 tablespoons strawberry syrup*

    For the syrup

    • ¾ cup strawberries hulled and chopped (fresh or frozen)
    • ½ cup 100g granulated white sugar
    • ¼ cup 60ml water

    Instructions
     

    • Stir the strawberry milk syrup (completely cooled if making your own fresh) into the milk. Taste and add more syrup if desired, or dilute with more milk. Keep in the fridge until ready to serve.
    • Note: To make the strawberry milk syrup, add all ingredients to a pot and simmer for 10 minutes. Plate a fine mesh sieve over a bowl and pour in the mixture. Press the strawberries to extract as much syrup as possible. Allow the strawberry syrup to cool completely. Store in a lidded container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    Notes

    • If you’re making your own strawberry syrup, make sure it is completely cooled before adding it to the milk to make sure it doesn’t lower the temperature of the milk to an unsafe bacteria zone.
    • Feel free to adjust the taste of the milk by adding more or less syrup to the milk.
    • You can make a pitcher of strawberry milk by premixing it, and storing in the fridge for an easy pourable refreshing treat.
    • When making homemade strawberry syrup, you can double strain the syrup to remove any pulp to make a clearer syrup.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 117mgPotassium: 354mgSugar: 29gVitamin A: 463IUCalcium: 298mgIron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

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    1. Pam

      August 02, 2021 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, this is so nostaligic for me! My Mama used to make strawberry milk to go in my lunch thermos! I'm going to make it for the grandkids using your recipe. They'll love it like I did.

      Reply
    2. Mae

      August 02, 2021 at 12:46 pm

      5 stars
      Me and my daughter's favorite! so yummy and easy!

      Reply
    3. Gina

      August 02, 2021 at 12:21 pm

      5 stars
      So fresh and sweet! Love that this can be made with any milk alternative too!

      Reply
    4. Danielle Wolter

      August 02, 2021 at 11:40 am

      5 stars
      I love this so much! Brings back memories of childhood. We'll def be making this for a cool summer treat!

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