Strawberry Cake Milkshake

Sep 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A thick and creamy strawberry cake milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, frozen strawberries, and a hint of almond extract to evoke the flavor of strawberry cake, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (75.0 g)frozen strawberries
¼ tsp (1.25 ml)pure almond extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/2 cup frozen strawberries, 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just 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 tablespoons whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use almond extract to mimic the strawberry cake flavor. If unavailable, a tiny pinch of ground cinnamon can be added for warmth.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make strawberry cake milkshake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make strawberry cake 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 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). 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.

A thick and creamy strawberry cake milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, frozen strawberries, and a hint of almond extract to evoke the flavor of strawberry cake, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

678 Calories / serving

35.5g Fat

76.5g Carbs

14.2g Protein

66.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~678 cal · 36g fat · 77g 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 · 678 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 128 min·7.5 mi·~15000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 92 min·4.6 mi·~9200 steps
Moderate cycling 69 min·13.8 mi
Swimming laps 95 min
Jogging 66 min·5.5 mi·~10550 steps
Stair climbing 63 min·~5650 steps
Dancing 110 min
Bodyweight circuit training 69 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 157 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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