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4.8 from 5 reviews

Strawberry Milk

10 minutes
strawberry
By: Pamela Reed
Posted:1/21/20
Updated:8/12/24
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Homemade strawberry milk recipe that only requires 4 ingredients. This is a copycat Nesquik strawberry milk recipe but so much more healthy and natural, made with fresh ingredients and milk of your choice. Make this simple syrup and make yourself and your family a glass – enjoy the nostalgia!

glass of strawberry milk in cup with cookies next to it.

Healthy Homemade Nesquik Milk

As a kid I loved Nesquik strawberry milk.  Do you guys remember when Nesquik syrup used to come in bunny shaped bottles?  I used to love those bottles so much that I would call it “bunny milk”!

Nesquik milk bottle

Lately I’ve had a craving for Nesquik but I wanted to make my own Strawberry Milk recipe with fresh strawberries and simple ingredients that I felt good about. This has become one of my family’s favorite Summer drinks when we’re picking strawberries from the garden.

This makes 6 ounces of strawberry syrup, good for about 4 servings. The syrup can be stored in your refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.   Feel free to double or triple the recipe if you want to make even more!

My daughters love it for breakfast or for a snack, but it’s even good for a dessert! I hope you make it soon and enjoy those nostalgic Nesquik memories!

Looking for more strawberry recipes? Try my Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream, Strawberry Donuts and Strawberry Jam.

Homemade strawberry milk recipe that only requires 4 ingredients.  This easy creamy recipe is natural and much more healthy than Nesquik.

Strawberry Milk Ingredients

The ingredients for this Strawberry Milk recipe are super simple. You probably already have everything on-hand you’ll need for this drink.

  1. fresh strawberries (btw here’s my guide on how to store strawberries)
  2. sugar (or honey)
  3. water
  4. milk (dairy or plant based – your choice)
fresh strawberries in container

How to Make

Gather all of your ingredients and let’s get started with our delicious recipe!

The first step of this recipe is to boil the strawberries, sugar and water in a saucepan, simmering it for about 10 minutes. 

Now transfer it to a blender and blend until smooth. Alternatively you could use a immersion blender (I love this tool, especially for soups!). Either way, the boiled mixture will be hot, so please be careful.

After blending the strawberry sugar mixture, you’ll end up with a syrup. To serve add about 3-4 tablespoons of the strawberry syrup into a cup of milk and stir to fully combine. 

spoon filled with strawberry syrup going into a cup of milk.

Sit back and enjoy your healthier homemade strawberry milk!

How to Store Strawberry Milk Syrup

This recipe yields about 6 ounces of strawberry syrup, which will make 4 servings. Store syrup in a covered container or mason jar in the refrigerator. This will keep for 1-2 weeks.

homemade strawberry milk in cup.

What kind of milk can I use?

You can use dairy milk or plant based milk for this recipe depending on your diet. You can easily make this recipe vegan-friendly by replacing the regular milk with any favorite non-dairy milk, like almond, oat, cashew coconut milk. My favorite to use is unsweetened vanilla almond milk. 

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Homemade strawberry milk recipe that only requires 4 ingredients.  This is a copycat Nesquik strawberry milk recipe but so much more healthy and natural, made with fresh ingredients and milk of your choice.  Make this simple syrup and  make yourself and your family a glass - enjoy the nostalgia!


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4.80 from 5 reviews

Strawberry Milk (just like Nesquik!)

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Homemade strawberry milk recipe that only requires 4 ingredients. This is a copycat Nesquik strawberry milk recipe but so much more healthy and natural, made with fresh ingredients and milk of your choice. Make this simple syrup and make yourself and your family a glass – enjoy the nostalgia!
By: Pamela Reed
Prep Time: 0 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 10 minutes minutes
serves 4

Ingredients

  • 3 cups strawberries stems removed
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Milk (dairy or plant)

Instructions

  • Put strawberries, sugar and water in a saucepan bringing to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer strawberry mixture to blender, and blend until smooth.
  • Place strawberry syrup in a jar and refrigerate.
  • To make strawberry milk, add 3-4 tablespoons of strawberry syrup to 1 cup of milk. Stir and enjoy!

Notes

This makes 6 ounces of strawberry syrup, good for about 4 servings. The syrup can be stored in your refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.  

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 178kcal (9%)
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: strawberry milk
Vegetarian Summer
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  1. Tracy | Pale Yellow says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:26 pm

    I have never considered making my own strawberry syrup before. I love a good glass of strawberry milk, but reserve it for a guilty pleasure or when I’m *cough* hungover *cough!* I look forward to making this at home in the bright light of day! When you make it yourself, it’s healthy, right!?!?

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:24 am

      Enjoy it Tracy, hope it brightens up your day!

      Reply
  2. Kelly says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:10 pm

    Hehe, that bunny carton is too cute! I always loved strawberry milk growing up too so this sounds incredible! Love that you made a much healthier version – need to make this soon for my son as I’m sure he’ll love it just as much as I did growing up 🙂 Thanks for sharing Pamela – pinning!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:24 am

      Hope you and your son both enjoy it Kelly! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Meghan @ Spoonful of Flour says

    October 16, 2013 at 9:36 pm

    I never liked chocolate milk, but love strawberry milk! This sounds so good!

    Reply
  4. Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie says

    October 16, 2013 at 8:41 pm

    Oh, this sounds amazing! My hubby loves flavored milk – I know he would adore this! 🙂

    Reply
  5. yummychunklet says

    October 16, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    Cute bunny!

    Reply
  6. vanillasugarblog says

    October 16, 2013 at 7:10 pm

    Homemade is always better.
    No crap or chemicals or dye in there.
    I love that shade of pink too

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:22 am

      It’s definitely one of my favorite colors!

      Reply
  7. Amy (Savory Moments) says

    October 16, 2013 at 6:08 pm

    Wow – I haven’t had strawberry milk since I was a kid! This definitely takes me back and it looks really, really good.

    Reply
  8. Cailee says

    October 16, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    What a neat idea! I LOVE “cute” foods! They’re just so much more fun!

    Reply
  9. Jenny @ BAKE says

    October 16, 2013 at 3:43 pm

    I was obsessed with nesquik when I was younger I can’t wait to try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:21 am

      Enjoy Jenny!

      Reply
  10. Aimee / Wallflower Girl says

    October 16, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    So sweet! ^.^ (< bunny face)

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:21 am

      ^.^ back to you.

      Reply
  11. Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life says

    October 16, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    This is so awesome, Pamela! One, I love the story behind it, and two, its super easy and cute! I’ve never had bunny milk, but (if only for the color!) I want to try some asap!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:11 pm

      The color sure is cute too! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Ashley says

    October 16, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    I always loveddd strawberry milk as a kid. This sounds perfect – I love that I know exactly what is going in it and that it’s made with real strawberries! Happening at our house soon!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:11 pm

      Enjoy Ashley!

      Reply
  13. Amy @ Elephant Eats says

    October 16, 2013 at 12:30 pm

    I used to love Nestle strawberry syrup too! My mom used to make me strawberry milk when I was little, but I think it didn’t happen very often. I love that you made a natural version, and I bet it’s even tastier than the bunny one you remember. Also, I’m totally making a milk carton rabbit.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      I want to see your milk carton rabbit Amy!

      Reply
  14. The Squishy Monster says

    October 16, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    I adoooooore that this is made with real strawberries–the best!

    Reply
  15. Pam says

    October 16, 2013 at 11:48 am

    I’ve made homemade strawberry milk for my kids and they LOVED it. It’s so much better than the store bought brand.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      I totally agree!

      Reply
  16. byeGeorge says

    October 16, 2013 at 11:41 am

    Aah…another winner…thx for your time……byeGeorge…(~.-)

    Reply
  17. Prudy @butter, basil, and breadcrumbs says

    October 16, 2013 at 11:30 am

    So cute…do you know that I have never had strawberry milk? I can’t even say that I’ve ever had a strawberry milkshake. After seeing this, I’m sitting here wondering why not? And I need to take care of that immediately!! I think I’ve spent a lifetime revolved around chocolate, and it’s time for a change!! A strawberry revolution of sorts? Maybe… 🙂 Thanks for sharing.. this is awesome. And I want to take a spoonful of that strawberry sauce and just eat it. Ok, maybe more than one spoonful… <3 I hope your day is beautiful..

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      A strawberry revolution, I love the sound of that! Let me know if you try it! Enjoy!

      Reply
  18. Vicki Bensinger says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:48 am

    Why purchase the box mix when you can have it fresh. This looks sooooo good. My daughter would go bananas over this. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      Hope you both enjoy Vicki!

      Reply
  19. Shundara@SavyNaturalista says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:38 am

    Great alternative to the bunny milk and reducing your carbon foot print 🙂 . I must remember this next time I buy a plastic carton of something; Can I make it at home? That cookie is calling my name…

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      Enjoy the milk and the cookie!

      Reply
  20. Dan from Platter Talk says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:28 am

    Who could resist strawberry bunny milk?! I love this – pure fun and pleasure!!

    Reply
  21. Jaclyn says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:11 am

    I bet this is wayyy better than nesquick! I’m more of a chocolate milk kind of girl myself, strawberry bunny milk is mighty cute though.

    Reply
  22. Francine says

    October 16, 2013 at 10:03 am

    ” If the plastic bottles are reading this post, I miss you guys. ”

    They are. We have your plastic bunny bottles. If you ever want to see them again, send several ooey, gooey cheesy casseroles to my house.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:20 am

      Hahahaha, you made my day. <3 Thanks Francine!

      PS. Sending casseroles to your house.

      Reply
  23. Katie says

    October 16, 2013 at 9:55 am

    I was more of a Yoo-hoo girl and a chocolate Nesquick, but I am quite familiar with the yellow containers. I would BEG my mom to buy those every week!! Fresh strawberries and milk and sugar – can’t beat that combo!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:19 am

      Yoo-hoo knocks my socks off too!

      Reply
  24. Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says

    October 16, 2013 at 9:38 am

    This drink looks so lovely! I love bunny-related anything 😉

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:19 am

      Me too Consuelo!

      Reply
  25. Davida @ The Healthy Maven says

    October 16, 2013 at 8:14 am

    Ok I am so happy I am not the only one who drinks this stuff! We have it in my house for when my niece and nephew visit but I am definitely known to drink it in between visits. I am SO making this for them!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:19 am

      Enjoy Davida!

      Reply
  26. Joanne says

    October 16, 2013 at 7:50 am

    I haven’t had strawberry milk in FOREVER because of the terrible nutritional stats on the bottle. But homemade HAS to be better for you. It just has to.

    Reply
  27. Kelly @ hidden fruits and veggies says

    October 16, 2013 at 7:48 am

    I’ve always just called this pink milk, because I wasn’t sure there were actually any strawberries in that (not bunny shaped around here!) bottle. I love this version, especially because I can’t pretend I’m being healthy and eating fruit when actually acting like a child with my pink milk 🙂

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:19 am

      Pink milk sounds extra fun Kelly!

      Reply
  28. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

    October 16, 2013 at 7:37 am

    Oh man. It’s probably bad that you discovered this. Because now, I’m absolutely going to become re-addicted! I love strawberry milk!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:18 am

      Hahaha, sorry Kim.. enjoy it! 🙂

      Reply
  29. Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says

    October 16, 2013 at 6:54 am

    We love the can verson. I don’t think I have ever seen the bunny bottles. This recipe is great. Totally getting strawberries this weekend to try it 🙂

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 1:18 am

      Enjoy Laura, let me know how you like it. 🙂

      Reply
  30. Corina Nika says

    October 16, 2013 at 4:48 am

    Aw!! hah that’s too adorable!!

    Reply
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