{"id":45098,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/thick-strawberry-shakes\/"},"modified":"2024-05-30T10:51:39","modified_gmt":"2024-05-30T15:51:39","slug":"thick-strawberry-shakes","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/thick-strawberry-shakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Milkshake"},"content":{"rendered":"
Growing up, my hometown had a legendary shake spot. The shakes were huge, thick and flavorful. This strawberry milkshake captures that classic vibe, relying on simple ingredients to let the strawberries shine and dense enough that you’ll need to get out your straw and spoon. It\u2019s summery and demands to be taken out outside (accompanied by a <\/span>juicy burger,<\/span> perhaps?).\u00a0 It relies on frozen strawberries and strawberry preserves so it can be blended up year-round.<\/span><\/p>\n Fun fact: When milkshakes first emerged in the 1880s, they weren\u2019t exactly what we know today. Back then, they were made with cream, eggs, and whiskey. The whiskey was slowly phased out in the 1900s, and it wasn\u2019t until the introduction of ice cream in the recipe in 1922 that milkshakes gained widespread popularity and made their way into your blender.<\/p>\n Making strawberry milkshakes is nearly as easy as enjoying one.<\/span><\/p>\n Combine all the ingredients in a blender. Cover and blend until the mixture is smooth, then pour into chilled glasses and serve immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n Editor\u2019s tip: <\/span><\/i>We recommend adding the liquid first because it will make the ingredients easier to blend. Don’t overblend, as that will thin out the milkshake.<\/span><\/p>\n You can, although it\u2019s best enjoyed right after you make it. If you can\u2019t finish it, store it in the freezer for up to one week. It will likely freeze solid but will soften when left at room temperature. You may need to reblend it for the optimal texture.<\/span><\/p>\n Using less milk or adding more frozen berries or ice cream will make for a thicker shake.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Yes! But they won\u2019t make the milkshake as thick, so you may need to adjust the amount of milk you use. If your fresh strawberries aren\u2019t as ripe, this could affect the level of sweetness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can replace the milk with your <\/span>non-dairy milk<\/span> of choice. Note that the type of milk you choose may impact the final flavor and how thick the milkshake is. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Blend the ingredients<\/h3>\n
Strawberry Shake Variations<\/h2>\n
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Can you store a strawberry milkshake?<\/h2>\n
Strawberry Milkshake Tips<\/h2>\n
How can I make my strawberry milkshake thicker?<\/h3>\n
Can I use fresh strawberries in my strawberry milkshake?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Can I use non-dairy milk in this strawberry milkshake recipe?<\/h3>\n
Test Kitchen Tips<\/b>\r\n
Test Kitchen Tips<\/b>