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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Published: Feb 28, 2024 · Modified: Feb 11, 2025 by Mallory & Marissa · This post may contain affiliate links

    Easy Strawberry Banana Milkshake (With Ice Cream)

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    This quick and easy recipe makes the best strawberry banana milkshake with ice cream that you’ll ever have!

    You might also like Extra Thick Banana Milkshake, Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshake, and Mint Oreo Milkshake.

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    • The Best Homemade Milkshake
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make This Recipe
    • Recipe Tips and Tricks
    • Making Milkshakes In A Blender
    • Recipe Variations
    • Topping Ideas
    • Whipped Cream For Milkshake
    • Recipe FAQ’s
    • More Milkshake & Smoothie Recipes
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    The Best Homemade Milkshake

    We love a good milkshake recipe that is super thick and creamy. This blend of ripe strawberries, sweet bananas, and a scoop of ice cream makes for a hassle-free dessert that's perfectly creamy and super easy to make at home.

    Enjoy this delicious summer treat on a hot day or just when you're craving something sweet! Topped with fresh strawberry slices and whipped cream, this strawberry banana milkshake with ice cream is the ultimate dessert!

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    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    There are so many things to love about this creamy milkshake recipe, but here are just a few:

    • It's made with just 3 simple ingredients
    • Your trusty blender is all you need
    • You can whip it up in 5 minutes or less
    • It is extra thick and creamy
    • You can easily add extra flavors and toppings

    Ingredients

    Here’s what you’ll need to make a homemade strawberry banana milkshake with ice cream:

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    Vanilla ice cream: Being from Texas, we love using Blue Bell vanilla ice cream, but any vanilla ice cream will do!

    Frozen strawberries: Adding frozen strawberries will give your shake a sweet strawberry flavor, a beautiful pink color, and the perfect texture.

    Frozen banana: Freezing your banana will help achieve a super thick and creamy texture when the shake is blended. They will also pack your milkshake with creamy banana flavor!

    How To Make This Recipe

    prepare the ingredients

    You can use pre-frozen strawberries and bananas or freeze your own ahead of time. If you are freezing your fresh fruit, peel your banana and cut the tops of your strawberries beforehand.

    blend the ingredients

    Start by adding the ice cream and the frozen fruit to a high-speed blender.

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    You can either press the milkshake/ice cream button on your blender or use the pulse button to slowly combine the ingredients. Be sure to blend until the consistency is smooth and creamy.

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    For an even thicker milkshake, you can add one or two extra scoops of vanilla ice cream. For a milkshake with a slightly thinner consistency, add a few tablespoons of milk. Whole milk is a great option because it keeps the texture creamy.

    garnish and serve

    Pour your creamy strawberry banana milkshake into a serving glass and add your favorite toppings. Some of the best ways to top this shake are with a drizzle of strawberry syrup, chocolate shavings, and extra strawberries!

    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    Peel your banana before freezing. Once a banana is frozen, it can be extremely difficult to remove the peel. Save yourself the trouble and remove the peel before freezing. I usually put my banana in a freezer-safe plastic bag before tossing it in the freezer.

    Thoroughly freeze your ice cream. Make sure your ice cream is fully frozen when adding it to the blender. If your ice cream is slightly melted, the texture of your milkshake won't be as thick.

    Use frozen fruit. Frozen fruit provides the thickest milkshake texture. You can either buy frozen fruit or freeze your fresh fruit before making this recipe.

    Stir as needed. If your frozen fruit and ice cream have trouble blending, don’t worry. Stop your blender completely and remove the lid. Stir ingredients with a spoon or spatula and then continue to blend.

    Add milk as needed. I usually make this recipe without adding milk to keep my milkshake extra thick. However, if you're having trouble getting the ingredients to blend even after stirring, add milk in small amounts until your milkshake blends smoothly.

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    Making Milkshakes In A Blender

    Using a high-powered blender is the quickest and easiest way to make these frozen treats at home. You can also read about best practices for making milkshakes in a blender in our thick banana milkshake post!

    For a thinner shake: If you want a milkshake with a thinner texture, try using fresh fruit or adding 2-3 tablespoons of milk before blending. Add more milk, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until you reach your preferred consistency. 

    Blending your milkshake for a bit longer can also make it less thick. If you're using fresh fruit, make sure your bananas and strawberries are ripe for the best flavor.

    For a thicker shake: If you're into super thick shakes, just throw in more ice cream! The more ice cream you add to your milkshake, the thicker it will be. Freezing any ingredients you want to add, like fruit, can also help make your milkshake thicker.

    Recipe Variations

    This classic strawberry banana milkshake recipe is delicious as is. However, it can be fun to switch things up and explore new flavors. These are some of my favorite recipe variations.

    • Use strawberry ice cream instead of vanilla
    • Add ice, milk, and vanilla protein powder instead of ice cream to turn this into a banana strawberry smoothie
    • Add cocoa powder for a chocolate strawberry banana milkshake
    • Use chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla
    • Add in a spoonful of peanut butter

    Topping Ideas

    If you like adding lots of toppings to your milkshakes like I do, here are some topping ideas you might like:

    • Whipped cream
    • Fresh strawberries
    • Fresh banana slices
    • Nilla wafers
    • Nuts
    • Sprinkles
    • Chocolate drizzle
    • Strawberry sauce
    • Caramel sauce
    • Crushed graham crackers

    Whipped Cream For Milkshake

    Making homemade whipped cream for milkshakes is super easy to do. Personally, I'm all for homemade over the canned stuff whenever I've got a little time on my hands.

    All you need is two ingredients: heavy cream and sugar (or sweetener of your choice). Add the desired amount of heavy whipping cream to a large bowl and sweeten to taste. You can even skip the sugar or sweetener entirely if that's more your style. 

    Use an electric mixer to whip the cream until it thickens and forms stiff peaks. Add as much as your heart desires on top of your milkshake. You can store any leftover whipped cream in the refrigerator for about a week.

    Recipe FAQ’s

    Should I use fresh or frozen fruit?

    We highly recommend using frozen fruit for a super thick milkshake. However, if you like a thinner shake, you could use fresh fruit.

    Are strawberries and bananas a good combination?

    YES! Strawberries and bananas are a classic fruit combo. The tartness of the strawberry compliments the sweet creaminess of the banana. Combining these two fruits with ice cream makes for an incredible dessert.

    How can I make a milkshake thicker?

    To thicken a milkshake, add more ice cream and use frozen fruit instead of fresh. Make sure all ingredients are fully frozen when adding them to the blender.

    Can I make this milkshake without a blender?

    No, a blender is required for this milkshake recipe.

    How to store leftovers?

    Milkshakes generally taste the best when they are fresh. That said, you can store it in the freezer and reblend it to restore its texture when you’re ready to drink it again.

    What blender works best for milkshakes?

    We love using Blendtec blenders for milkshakes, smoothies, and more! However, just about any blender will work for making milkshakes.

    Should I add Ice to my milkshake?

    Nope! Adding ice will dilute the flavor of your milkshake and create a thinner, more icy consistency. Try freezing your milkshake ingredients instead!

    Can I make a milkshake without milk?

    Yes! Milkshakes made with only ice cream are generally thicker and creamier. Adding milk will result in a thinner milkshake consistency.

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    Recipe

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    Easy Strawberry Banana Milkshake (With Ice Cream)

    February 28, 2024
    Author: Mallory & Marissa
    This quick and easy recipe makes the best strawberry banana milkshake with ice cream that you’ll ever have!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Dessert, Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 549 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ cup frozen strawberries
    • 1 frozen banana
    • 1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream

    Instructions
     

    • In a blender, add the vanilla ice cream, frozen strawberries, and frozen banana.
    • Use the milkshake/ice cream button on your blender to mix ingredients.
    • Pour milkshake into a glass, add desired toppings, and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Make sure the fruit and ice cream are frozen thoroughly before adding them to the blender for a super thick consistency.
    • If your milkshake is too thick, add milk in small amounts until your milkshake is as thick as you prefer.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 549kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 982mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 62g | Vitamin A: 922IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 277mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

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    1. Katie says

      September 12, 2022 at 6:10 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect strawberry banana milkshake! Super easy to make and so delicious!

      Reply
    2. nancy says

      September 11, 2022 at 6:29 pm

      5 stars
      can't go wrong with this 3 Ingredient Strawberry Banana Milkshake. So yummy

      Reply
    3. Jess says

      September 10, 2022 at 8:47 pm

      5 stars
      Brings me back to my childhood!

      Reply
    4. Shelby says

      September 10, 2022 at 7:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love that there are only three ingredients! I topped it with caramel sauce and it made the best summer treat!

      Reply
    5. Linda says

      September 10, 2022 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      I love a thick milkshake! Using frozen fruit was perfect...next time I'm going to toss in some chocolate chips! Yum!

      Reply
    6. Katie says

      September 06, 2022 at 6:24 am

      5 stars
      Such a perfect strawberry banana milkshake recipe! It's the perfect balance of sweet and creamy!

      Reply
    7. nancy says

      September 05, 2022 at 8:27 pm

      5 stars
      what an amazing milkshake recipe. i used frozen berries and tastes just as good

      Reply
    8. Shelby says

      September 05, 2022 at 10:22 am

      5 stars
      I love how thick this milkshake comes out! The perfect indulgence.

      Reply
    9. Jacqui says

      September 05, 2022 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! It’s so delicious and easy to adjust. I swapped some dairy ingredients to plant based but it turned out just as great.

      Reply
    10. Nancy says

      September 04, 2022 at 11:04 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for this easy recipe with strawberries and ice cream. Super satisfying

      Reply
    11. Sarah says

      September 04, 2022 at 5:44 am

      5 stars
      Yum, this look delicious, and with all that fruit its practically healthy!

      Reply
    12. Gina says

      September 03, 2022 at 9:41 pm

      5 stars
      3 ingredients, a blender, and 5 minutes for a delightful treat. Great tasting and just what I needed this afternoon.

      Reply
    13. Jere says

      September 03, 2022 at 3:01 pm

      5 stars
      It's been ages since I made a homemade milkshake and I love this recipe with the banana, it adds a lot of creaminess to the shake.

      Reply
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