Strawberry Shortcake Milkshake

Aug 15, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

Strawberry Shortcake Milkshake in a glass

A thick and creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with fresh strawberries and vanilla, topped with whipped cream to capture the essence of strawberry shortcake in a drink.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ cup (75.0 g)fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1.0 tbsp (20.0 g)strawberry preserves or jam
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 slice (30.0 g)shortcake or sponge cake, crumbled

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 cups vanilla ice cream, fresh strawberries, strawberry preserves, and pure vanilla extract to a blender.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth, avoiding overblending.
Add crumbled shortcake to the blender and pulse gently once or twice to combine without breaking it up too much.
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 fresh strawberries for a bright flavor and shortcake crumb for authentic texture. Crumble the cake finely to blend well without large chunks.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make strawberry shortcake milkshake?

Plan on 8 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make strawberry shortcake 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.

A thick and creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with fresh strawberries and vanilla, topped with whipped cream to capture the essence of strawberry shortcake in a drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

841 Calories / serving

39.5g Fat

107.2g Carbs

15.2g Protein

86.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~841 cal · 40g fat · 107g carbs · 15g protein · 87g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 841 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 159 min·9.3 mi·~18600 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 114 min·5.7 mi·~11400 steps
Moderate cycling 85 min·17.0 mi
Swimming laps 118 min
Jogging 82 min·6.8 mi·~13100 steps
Stair climbing 78 min·~7000 steps
Dancing 137 min
Bodyweight circuit training 85 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 195 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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