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Strawberry Milk

10 minutes
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Posted:1/21/20
Updated:7/6/20
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Homemade strawberry milk recipe that only requires 4 ingredients. This easy creamy recipe is natural and much more healthy than Nesquik.

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

As a kid I loved strawberry milk.  Do you guys remember when Nesquik syrup used to come in bunny shaped bottles?  I used to feel so bad for throwing them out that I would keep them all.  Eventually the cabinet under out sink became so packed with bottles they would spill out whenever the door was opened!

Nesquik milk bottle

Healthy Nesquik Alternative 

Lately I’ve had a craving for Nesquik but being a little older and more health conscious, I wanted to make my own Strawberry Milk recipe with simple ingredients that I felt good about. And I wanted a drink that I would feel good about serving to my own daughter. 

To make a healthier recipe, using fresh strawberries for the main ingredient is a MUST!

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 and basic. You probably already have everything on-hand you’ll need for this drink. For this easy recipe you will need:

  1. 3 cups strawberries – stems removed
  2. 2 tablespoons sugar
  3. 1/2 cup water
  4. Milk

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. 

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

With just a bit of stirring, you’ll have a healthier homemade strawberry milk! A great kid-friendly drink for breakfast or snack time!

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

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

How to Make This Recipe Vegan

You can easily make this recipe vegan-friendly. For a dairy free strawberry milk, simply replace the regular milk with any favorite non-dairy milk, like almond, cashew, oat or coconut milk. My favorite to use is unsweetened vanilla almond milk. 

What Are The Health Benefits Of Strawberries?

Strawberries are one of my favorite fruit options! They are also one of the most nutrient-rich fruits. Strawberries are a great source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and a ton of other vitamins and minerals. They are also packed with potassium, so if you ever get a leg cramp, try eating some strawberries!

Strawberries are a cholesterol free, fat free, sodium free, low calorie fruit. Feel free to eat them up!

do you love strawberries?

Don’t let them to go waste! My favorite ways to use strawberries are strawberry donuts, strawberry jam, strawberry soup, strawberry ice cream and strawberry smoothies!

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Homemade strawberry milk recipe that only requires 4 ingredients. This easy creamy recipe is natural and much more healthy than Nesquik. Also includes vegan version.
Prep Time: 0 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
serves 4

Ingredients

  • 3 cups strawberries stems removed
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Milk

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.  To make vegan, replace milk with almond milk. 

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 178kcal (9%)
Course:Drinks
Cuisine:American
Keyword:strawberry milk
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  1. Dee @ The Kitchen Snob says

    January 21, 2020 at 8:37 pm

    Looks delicious! I have to say I just love your new website! I love all the sections and the adorable little veggies and love your profile pics. Great job!! Thank you for this yummy strawberry milk recipe. Much healthier than the bottled stuff. Going to try this.

    Reply
  2. Fiona Manoon says

    April 18, 2019 at 5:55 am

    Loved this strawberry milkshake.
    Kids will start loving milk if milk would be this much delicious.
    Thank you so much for this amazing recipe.
    Your blog is really awesome and helpful.
    Keep Blogging !!

    Reply
  3. ExAD says

    March 29, 2019 at 4:37 am

    I loved strawberry milk as a kid but it was always the “powdered” stuff. This looks tasty!

    Reply
  4. rachel says

    March 8, 2018 at 1:20 am

    Loved it!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      March 8, 2018 at 12:48 pm

      I’m so happy to hear this Rachel, thanks for commenting and letting me know!

      Reply
  5. okcupid2 says

    April 24, 2017 at 5:50 am

    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 …..

    Reply
  6. Jennifer says

    January 25, 2017 at 9:43 am

    I know just the little girl who would love this and I am sure even with the sugar it is much better for you than it’s cousin in the cute bunny bottle. Thank you for the recipe and entertain post as well.

    Reply
  7. Carol says

    June 8, 2016 at 1:45 pm

    Funny – we also called it Bunny Milk (only the strawberry Quik). My son came home from day care asking me to make “bunny milk” – I had to ask the day care lady what that was! He turns 21 in Sept. and I’m throwing him a bday party themed with all his childhood favorites made into foods. I happened on your post while searching for Strawberry Quick recipes! Just had to let you know that here in MI others called it ‘Bunny Milk’ as well (at least 8 kids who are all in their 20’s now and their parents 🙂 !!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      June 8, 2016 at 4:39 pm

      That’s so funny Carol! I’m glad to know others call it Bunny Milk too! Have a great birthday party, I love the idea of having all his childhood favorites!

      Reply
  8. Gabby says

    November 1, 2013 at 12:17 am

    I used to love this milk!! My mum always used to buy the chocolate flavoured one and I can vividly remember eating it by the spoonful. I haven’t had it in years, I’m so glad other people still crave this stuff when they’re no longer a kid! haha.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      November 1, 2013 at 12:40 am

      It’s such a childhood favorite of mine, hope you give the strawberry a try to relive all those great memories! 🙂

      Reply
    • Pamela says

      November 3, 2013 at 3:32 pm

      I can never get enough Bunny Milk for sure! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Jen Nikolaus says

    October 23, 2013 at 7:43 pm

    OMG. My mouth is watering just looking at your pictures. My nine year old LOVES strawberry milk – he would love this!! Thanks for sharing on Saturday Night Fever! Pinning this now! See you again this week!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 23, 2013 at 8:52 pm

      Hope your son loves this recipe – enjoy!

      Reply
  10. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

    October 22, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    My boys are huge fans of strawberry milk. This is actually cheaper to make than having the milk man bring us the already made strawberry milk. They’d love to stirring it up instead. So doing this. Pinned. (=

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:33 pm

      Im in love with this milk, hope you and the boys enjoy this!

      Reply
  11. Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says

    October 20, 2013 at 7:28 pm

    OMG how did I miss this post?! I LOVE strawberry milk. Or I did when I was little and I miss it so much.. I just pinned. 😀

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:41 pm

      Enjoy Ruby! Hope you love it just as much now!

      Reply
  12. Sophie says

    October 18, 2013 at 10:05 am

    Yum Yum yummmmm.

    Reply
  13. [email protected] says

    October 17, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    Love the DIY carton bunnies & the jar!

    Reply
  14. Ash-foodfashionparty says

    October 17, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    That bunny is huggable. I know I’ll love this along with my boys, cause I do make something like this but with honey or maple syrup. I know sugar is way more yummier though.
    My teen hates hates to eat fruits, but loves in smoothies and drinks like this.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      Hope the whole family enjoys Ash!

      Reply
  15. Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com says

    October 17, 2013 at 5:49 am

    Oh my – I used to love Nesquik strawberry milk!
    But, I think I love your healthy strawberry milk more!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 9:55 am

      I hope you give it a shot Shashi, last night I was sipping it in bed at 1AM. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

    October 17, 2013 at 3:39 am

    Nesquik!! Brought back so many wonderful childhood memories!! But your version of strawberry milk looks more delish!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 20, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      Glad to hear it holds good memories! Good ol Bunny Milk…

      Reply
  17. Anne ~ Uni Homemaker says

    October 17, 2013 at 2:35 am

    My husband loves strawberry milk when he was a kid. He used to drink the Nesquick strawberry milk –ick. This is far more superior. Thanks for the recipe Pamela! 🙂

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 17, 2013 at 9:54 am

      Hope he enjoys Anne!

      Reply
  18. 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
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