Homemade Strawberry Milk filled with fresh strawberry flavors. Ditch the store bought syrup; this easy recipe is only 3 ingredients, with no artificial colors, flavors, or dyes.
Are you ready to feel like a kid again? I made you strawberry milk! And not just any strawberry milk, but strawberry milk with no artificial colors or flavors. That pretty pink hue is all from fresh strawberries. Woohoo!
I will admit that I probably only had strawberry milk a few times during my childhood. My mom never bought strawberry syrup. Have you looked at that ingredient list? Eeeeeek. Thanks, mama. When I had the idea for strawberry milk made with real strawberries (and not much else), I knew this had the potential to be reeeaaallly good.
Strawberry Milk
- Strawberries
- Sugar
- Milk
You can make this with fresh or frozen strawberries. The results are just as good either way. You can also use a non-dairy milk like almond milk or coconut milk.
Simply boil the strawberries and sugar to make a syrup. Strain out the solids and refrigerate the syrup. Whenever you’re ready for a glass of sweet and creamy Strawberry Milk – just add the strawberry syrup to milk and voilà!
I’m looking forward to making this strawberry milk for my kiddos on Valentine’s Day. They both LOVED this! I allowed our one year old, Juliette, a few sips of this milk before putting her down for a nap and when she woke up the first thing out of her mouth was, “Milk, milk!” She couldn’t wait to have more. I can’t say I blame her. Enjoy!
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Strawberry Milk (no artificial colors or flavors)
Ingredients
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Milk preferably whole or 2%; non-dairy milk can be substituted
- Whipped cream or sprinkles for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Place the strawberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan set over medium heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and juicy.
- Set a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the strawberry mixture through the strainer. Use the back of a spoon to press the strawberries against the strainer, extracting as much juice/syrup as possible. Chill the syrup. You can either discard the solids or save them for topping oatmeal or yogurt.
- To serve: pour 1 cup of milk and add syrup to taste (I add between 3-4 tablespoons of syrup per cup of milk). Stir and serve.
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Nicki says
This is the second year running I’ve made your recipe. Just wanted to say thank you, it’s amazing. Keeps for ages in the fridge, you can use it as a cordial with sparkling water too. I keep the thicker bits that get strained off and mix them into muffin batter. Best of all it’s plastic free if you grow your own strawberries.
Celebrating Sweets says
I’m happy to hear that you enjoy it! Thanks for taking the time to stop by.
Rachel says
How long will this syrup last if refrigerated? I want to make this but only if it will last a few days in the fridge.
Celebrating Sweets says
It will definitely last a few days in the fridge. I would recommend using it within 1 week. Enjoy!
Tony Jones says
I have been making strawberry milk like this for a while now and we love it. My recipe I use a few more strawberries but it is still the same result. I found this recipe today because I’m trying to find a recipe that uses flavor drops like Capella’s or the flavor apprentice. I’m trying to find a way to make strawberry milk that I can make fast without using the powdered or syrupy stuff. Just a few concentrated drops and it’s ready. Anyway your recipe is REALLY good.
Celebrating Sweets says
I’m glad that you liked it! Thanks for taking the time comment. 🙂