Remember the sweet, simple joy of watching your favorite cartoons on a sunny afternoon? This recipe is a little bit of that magic, blended into a glass. We are making a strawberry shortcake milkshake that is a tribute to the wonderful world of the Strawberry Shortcake characters we all know and love.
It is more than just a drink. It is a creamy, dreamy, and fun experience to create and share. It is the kind of treat you would imagine Strawberry Shortcake and friends enjoying together in Strawberryland. So, let’s get blending and make some sweet memories!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
First off, this milkshake is incredibly delicious. It has all the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake. Think sweet strawberries, rich ice cream, and the wonderful texture of buttermilk biscuits. It is a classic dessert turned into a sippable treat.
It is also so much fun to make. Getting your hands a little messy creating the strawberry biscuit crumble rim is part of the charm. This is a fantastic recipe to make with kids or friends. It really captures the playful spirit of the Strawberry Shortcake characters.
Plus, it looks amazing! The crumble coated rim and the swirls of strawberry topping inside the glass make it look like it came from a fancy soda shop. It is a showstopper dessert that is surprisingly simple to put together. It feels like a celebration in a glass.
The recipe is also quite adaptable. You can tweak it to your liking, which we will talk about more in the tips section. It is a great base for getting creative in the kitchen, just like the inventive Strawberry Shortcake characters always are.
Ingredients
- Bakery Chef® Premium Buttermilk Biscuits 1.4 oz.
- 1 cup Freeze dried strawberries
- 1 gal Strawberry ice cream, divided
- 1 cup J. Hungerford Smith® Fiesta Strawberry Puree
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 2/3 cup J. Hungerford Smith® Sliced Strawberry Topping
- 1 1/4 quarts Reddi wip® Real Cream Whipped Topping
- 10 Fresh strawberries
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Chill The Glasses
First things first, let’s get our glasses ready. Take your tall milkshake glasses and give them a quick rinse with cool water. Don’t dry them. The moisture helps create a nice frost.
Place the wet glasses in the freezer. Let them chill for at least ten minutes. A frosty glass is key to keeping your milkshake cold and delicious from the first sip to the last.
Step 2: Make The Strawberry Biscuit Crumble
While the glasses are chilling, we will make the tasty rim coating. Grab your food processor. Add the buttermilk biscuits and the freeze dried strawberries to it.
Now, pulse the mixture. You want the biscuits to become crumbly and the strawberries to be mostly pulverized into a fine, pink dust. A few small berry pieces are totally fine. This crumble is what makes the milkshake extra special.
Step 3: Soften The Ice Cream
Take your strawberry ice cream out of the freezer. You don’t want it rock solid. Let it sit on the counter for about ten minutes to soften up just a little. This will make it easier to work with for the rim and easier to blend later.
Step 4: Create The Ice Cream Rim
It is time for the fun part! Pull your frosty glasses out of the freezer. Scoop about half a cup of the slightly softened ice cream. Use a small rubber spatula to carefully spread a rim of ice cream around the top edge of each glass.
Try to make it as smooth and even as you can. If the ice cream starts to melt and run down the glass, don’t worry. Just pop the glasses back into the freezer for another ten minutes to firm up.
Step 5: Coat The Rim
Pour your strawberry biscuit crumble onto a small plate or into a shallow bowl. Take one of your ice cream rimmed glasses and gently roll the sticky edge in the crumble. Coat it generously all the way around.
Look at that! You have a beautiful, professional looking glass. Place the finished glasses back in the freezer while you make the milkshake. This keeps everything firm and picture perfect.
Step 6: Blend The Milkshake
Now for the main event. In your blender, combine the rest of the strawberry ice cream, the strawberry puree, and the whole milk. The puree gives it that authentic, fresh berry flavor you associate with all the Strawberry Shortcake characters.
Secure the lid and blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. You can start on a low speed and gradually increase it to avoid splashing.
Step 7: Assemble The Drink
Remove your beautifully coated glasses from the freezer. For an extra pop of color and flavor, take the sliced strawberry topping and use a brush or spoon to create stripes on the inside of the glass. It looks so pretty when the milkshake is poured in.
Carefully pour the blended milkshake into each prepared glass, filling it all the way to the top. The pink milkshake against the red strawberry streaks is a lovely sight.
Step 8: Add The Finishing Touches
No milkshake is complete without a fluffy cloud of whipped topping. Generously top each milkshake with Reddi wip. The final touch is a fresh strawberry placed right on top. Serve your masterpiece immediately and enjoy every sip!
How To Store Leftovers
Honestly, a milkshake is one of those things that is truly best enjoyed the moment it is made. The texture is at its peak when it is freshly blended, cold, and creamy. Trying to store it in the fridge will just result in a soupy, separated mixture.
If you do have leftovers you absolutely cannot finish, here is a little trick. Pour the extra milkshake into popsicle molds. Freeze them for a few hours, and you will have delicious strawberry cream pops for later. It is a great way to avoid waste and get a second treat!
Tips
Want to get creative? Feel free to add a splash of vanilla extract to the blender for a richer flavor. You could also use different ice cream flavors. Vanilla or even cheesecake ice cream would be fantastic variations.
This milkshake recipe is a wonderful way to celebrate a classic. Whether you grew up with the original or the newer versions like Strawberry Shortcake 2009, this drink brings that sweet nostalgia to life. The flavors are timeless.
Making these for a party? You can make the strawberry biscuit crumble ahead of time and store it in an airtight container. You can also pre chill the glasses. This way, when your guests arrive, all you have to do is blend and assemble. It’s a great party idea for sharing with Strawberry Shortcake and friends.
Remember the feel of shows like Strawberry Shortcake 2010? This recipe evokes that same fun and friendship. It’s all about creating something joyful together. Don’t be afraid to let everyone customize their own toppings. Sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of caramel would all be great additions.
Conclusion
And there you have it! A truly special strawberry shortcake milkshake that is as fun to make as it is to drink. It is a tribute to the enduring charm of the Strawberry Shortcake characters and the sweet world they inhabit. Every sip is filled with creamy, fruity goodness.
This recipe is more than just a list of ingredients. It is an invitation to slow down, create something delightful, and share it with people you care about. It is about making new memories while celebrating old favorites. So go ahead, give it a try. I know you will love it.
FAQ
Can I Make This With Other Fruits?
Absolutely! While strawberry is classic for our beloved Strawberry Shortcake characters, this recipe works wonderfully with other freeze dried fruits. Try raspberries or blueberries for a different kind of berry blast. You can also switch the ice cream and puree flavors to match.
What Kind Of Biscuits Work Best?
The recipe calls for premium buttermilk biscuits, which give a lovely, slightly savory balance. However, any plain, crumbly biscuit or shortbread cookie would work well for the crumble. Just be sure they are dry and crisp enough to process into fine crumbs.
Is There A Way To Make It Less Sweet?
Of course. The sweetness comes from the ice cream and purees. You can look for ice cream brands with lower sugar content. You could also use a bit less of the strawberry puree in the blender and add a few more fresh strawberries instead for a more natural sweetness.
Can I Prepare Parts Of This Ahead Of Time?
Yes, prepping ahead is a great idea for a party. You can make the biscuit crumble a day or two in advance and store it in an airtight container at room temperature. You should also chill your glasses in the freezer well before you plan to serve. This makes assembly quick and easy.
Strawberry Shortcake Milkshake
This creamy, dreamy strawberry shortcake milkshake blends sweet strawberries, rich ice cream, and crumbly buttermilk biscuits into a delightful, sippable treat. It’s a fun, family-friendly dessert perfect for making sweet memories.
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Instructions
- Chill The Glasses: Rinse tall milkshake glasses with cool water (do not dry) and place them in the freezer for at least ten minutes to frost.
- Make The Strawberry Biscuit Crumble: In a food processor, combine buttermilk biscuits and freeze dried strawberries. Pulse until crumbly and the strawberries are mostly pulverized into a fine, pink dust.
- Soften The Ice Cream: Remove strawberry ice cream from the freezer and let it sit on the counter for about ten minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to work with.
- Create The Ice Cream Rim: Take frosty glasses from the freezer. Scoop about half a cup of softened ice cream and use a small rubber spatula to carefully spread a rim around the top edge of each glass. If it melts, refreeze for ten minutes.
- Coat The Rim: Pour the strawberry biscuit crumble onto a small plate. Gently roll the ice cream-rimmed edge of each glass in the crumble until generously coated. Place finished glasses back in the freezer.
- Blend The Milkshake: In your blender, combine the remaining strawberry ice cream, strawberry puree, and whole milk. Secure the lid and blend until smooth and creamy, starting on low speed and gradually increasing.
- Assemble The Drink: Remove coated glasses from the freezer. For extra color, use a brush or spoon to create stripes on the inside of the glass with sliced strawberry topping. Carefully pour the blended milkshake into each glass, filling to the top.
- Add The Finishing Touches: Generously top each milkshake with Reddi wip whipped topping. Add a fresh strawberry right on top. Serve your masterpiece immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Want to get creative? Feel free to add a splash of vanilla extract to the blender for a richer flavor. You could also use different ice cream flavors. Vanilla or even cheesecake ice cream would be fantastic variations.
This milkshake recipe is a wonderful way to celebrate a classic. Whether you grew up with the original or the newer versions like Strawberry Shortcake 2009, this drink brings that sweet nostalgia to life. The flavors are timeless.
Making these for a party? You can make the strawberry biscuit crumble ahead of time and store it in an airtight container. You can also pre chill the glasses. This way, when your guests arrive, all you have to do is blend and assemble. It’s a great party idea for sharing with Strawberry Shortcake and friends.
Remember the feel of shows like Strawberry Shortcake 2010? This recipe evokes that same fun and friendship. It’s all about creating something joyful together. Don’t be afraid to let everyone customize their own toppings. Sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of caramel would all be great additions.
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