Strawberry Banana Milkshake

Strawberry banana milkshake made with fresh strawberries, banana, vanilla ice cream, and milk for a creamy homemade drink ready in just 3 minutes.

Fresh strawberries and banana are one of my favorite fruit combinations for easy summer drinks, especially in a creamy homemade milkshake.

This strawberry banana milkshake recipe has the perfect balance of fruity flavor and creamy texture, somewhere between a classic milkshake and a refreshing smoothie.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in 3 minutes
• Creamy and fruity flavor
• Perfect summer milkshake

Ingredients You Need

• Strawberries: Fresh strawberries or frozen strawberries.
• Banana: Use ripe banana for the best sweet flavor and creamy texture.
• Vanilla ice cream: Vanilla ice cream or strawberry ice cream also works well.
• Milk: Whole milk, 2% milk, almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.
• Vanilla extract
• Sweetener: Optional, maple syrup, honey, or granulated sugar all work.

Tips before you start

• Use frozen strawberries for a thicker milkshake.
• Add more milk for a thinner consistency.
• Freeze banana slices before blending for an extra creamy texture.
• Blend just until smooth to keep the milkshake thick.
• Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

How to Make Strawberry Banana Milkshake

This strawberry banana milkshake is made with the same creamy base as my classic banana milkshake recipe, with fresh strawberries added for a fruity flavor.

Place strawberries, banana slices, vanilla ice cream, milk, and vanilla extract into a blender.

Blend on high speed for about 1 minute until smooth and creamy.

Pour into tall glasses and top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if desired.

Serve immediately while cold and creamy.

Recipe Variations

• Thicker milkshake: Use frozen strawberries or frozen banana slices for a thicker texture.
• Without ice cream: Replace the vanilla ice cream with Greek yogurt or extra frozen fruit.
• Extra sweetness: Add honey, maple syrup, or strawberry syrup if needed.
• Chocolate version: Blend with chocolate syrup or cocoa powder for a chocolate strawberry banana milkshake.
• Dairy-free option: Use almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, and vegan vanilla ice cream.

Recipe Questions

Can I make strawberry banana milkshake without ice cream?

Yes, you can replace the ice cream with Greek yogurt, frozen banana, or ice cubes for a lighter version.

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes, frozen strawberries work perfectly and make the milkshake thicker and colder.

How do I make a thicker milkshake?

Use less milk and add frozen fruit or extra ice cream.

Is this recipe like a smoothie?

This recipe is creamier and richer than a smoothie because it contains vanilla ice cream.

More Milkshake Recipes

• Strawberry Milkshake
• Banana Milkshake
• Biscoff Milkshake
• Oreo Milkshake

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