A creamy pistachio milkshake blended with fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and a hint of pure vanilla extract. Topped with whipped cream for a smooth, nutty, fruity treat.
Pistachio Strawberry Milkshake
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A creamy pistachio milkshake blended with fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and a hint of pure vanilla extract. Topped with whipped cream for a smooth, nutty, fruity treat.
Prep
8 min
Cook
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Total
8 min
Servings
1
Diet
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Ingredients
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- 2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)pistachio butter
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (75.0 g)fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2.0 tbspwhipped cream
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Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 1/2 cup fresh strawberries to a blender.
- Add 2 cups vanilla ice cream, 2 tbsp pistachio butter, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
- Check consistency. Add 1 tablespoon milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
- Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.
Tips
- For a thicker milkshake, freeze strawberries beforehand. Use fresh or frozen strawberries for best flavor.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make pistachio strawberry milkshake?
Plan on 8 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make pistachio strawberry milkshake ahead?
Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
887
Calories / serving
59.3g
Fat
76.3g
Carbs
14.2g
Protein
66.3g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~887 cal · 59g fat · 76g carbs · 14g protein · 66g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 887 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 168 min·9.8 mi·~19650 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 120 min·6.0 mi·~12000 steps
- Moderate cycling 90 min·18.0 mi
- Swimming laps 124 min
- Jogging 87 min·7.3 mi·~13900 steps
- Stair climbing 82 min·~7400 steps
- Dancing 144 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 90 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 206 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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