Rating: 3.66
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Healthy Strawberry Milkshakes

January 20, 2025

Healthy strawberry milkshakes are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth while still keeping things nutritious. With their vibrant pink color, creamy texture, and fresh fruit flavor, these milkshakes are a delightful treat that can easily be enjoyed as a snack or even a light dessert. Unlike traditional milkshakes, which can be loaded with sugar and high-fat dairy, this healthier version uses wholesome ingredients to create a refreshing and indulgent drink without the guilt.

The star of this milkshake is, of course, the strawberries. Fresh or frozen strawberries provide natural sweetness, vitamins, and antioxidants, making them a fantastic base for a healthy treat. Their tangy flavor pairs beautifully with the creamy elements that make this milkshake rich and satisfying.

To make the milkshake creamy without adding heavy cream or ice cream, Greek yogurt is a great choice. It not only gives the shake a thick, smooth texture but also adds a dose of protein and probiotics, making it a nourishing option. You can also use unsweetened almond milk or any other plant-based milk to keep it dairy-free, while still keeping the shake light and creamy.

For a touch of sweetness without going overboard, a small amount of honey, maple syrup, or a natural sweetener like stevia can be added to balance the tartness of the strawberries. If you’re looking for an extra boost of nutrition, you can add a handful of spinach, chia seeds, or flaxseeds for added fiber and omega-3s without compromising the flavor.

The beauty of healthy strawberry milkshakes is how customizable they are. You can adjust the sweetness to your liking, switch up the base with different types of milk, or even throw in a few extras like protein powder or a splash of vanilla extract for a twist.

These milkshakes are the perfect treat when you’re craving something sweet but want to keep things on the healthier side. Refreshing, creamy, and full of flavor, healthy strawberry milkshakes are a delicious way to enjoy the taste of summer year-round.

Healthy Strawberry Milkshakes
Healthy Strawberry Milkshakes
3.66 from 92 votes
This healthy strawberry milkshake is a refreshing and delicious treat made with fresh strawberries, yogurt, and a touch of honey. It’s perfect for a healthy snack or a breakfast on-the-go!
Servings + people
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or any yogurt of choice
  • 1/2 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 tablespoon honey adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 4-5 cubes ice

Instructions
 

  • Place strawberries, yogurt, milk, honey, and vanilla extract in a blender.
  • Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  • Add ice cubes and blend until the mixture reaches your desired consistency.
  • Taste and add more honey if desired.
  • Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg
Calories: 180kcal
Meal Type: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast ideas, healthy recipes, strawberry milkshake
Cooking Method: Nobake
Diet: Nut-free
Time: <30 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar dudley.lockman80 says:

    5 stars
    This was actually pretty good! I added a banana too and it made it even better!

  2. User avatar suspiciousCommentator says:

    4 stars
    Quick and easy! My kids loved it. I made it without the vanilla, still nice!

  3. User avatar ismael.prohaska83 says:

    2 stars
    I don’t get how this can be called healthy. It’s just yogurt and sugar. No thanks.

  4. 2 stars
    I dunno, I thought it needed somethin more… like maybe some chocolate?

    1. User avatar Humma Kavula says:

      3 stars
      Chocolate would be a weird combo with strawberries! But, you do you!

  5. User avatar susie.douglas40 says:

    5 stars
    This is the best milkshake I ever made! So creamy and fresh!

  6. User avatar Barry Manilow says:

    3 stars
    Not bad, but I think I preferred it with ice cream instead of yogurt. It just wasn’t sweet enough.

  7. User avatar derek.prosacco2005 says:

    5 stars
    Healthy AND tasty? Count me in! I’ve been looking for a good milkshake recipe.

  8. User avatar MAGA2024.Trumpster says:

    4 stars
    What kind of milk should I use? I can’t drink cow milk. Besides that, seems easy.

  9. User avatar roxanne.towne says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is amazing! So easy to make and tastes sooo good. My kids love it!

  10. User avatar odell.wyman says:

    3 stars
    Can someone tell me how many calories this stuff has? I watch my diet. Thx!

  11. User avatar Scott Abernathy says:

    3 stars
    This was okay, but I prefer chocolate milkshakes. Just my opinion.

  12. User avatar mariette.fisher17 says:

    2 stars
    Disappointed. Shoulda used fresh strawberries instead of frozen ones. 😤

  13. User avatar Werner Brown says:

    2 stars
    Strawberries and yogurt? Really? Are those even good together???

    1. 5 stars
      Strawberries and yogurt are a classic combo! You should give it a try, it’s super refreshing! 🍓

    2. User avatar Gulum-Ei says:

      2 stars
      I dunno… sounds kinda weird. Like, yogurt with fruit? Isn’t that for breakfast or something?

  14. User avatar corazon.thiel1964 says:

    5 stars
    Wowzers, I didn’t think it would be this yummy! Easy peasy and healthy! Definitely making again!

    1. User avatar gabriela.gulgowski44 says:

      5 stars
      I tried it too! So delicious and refreshing, especially on a hot day!

  15. User avatar fredrick.kuhlman38 says:

    3 stars
    I tried this and it was just too sweet for my taste. Maybe less honey next time.

  16. User avatar calandra.nikolaus says:

    3 stars
    I dunno, it was alright but kinda bland tbh. I thought it would be sweeter.

    1. 3 stars
      Bland? I thought it was delish! But I guess everybody’s taste is different, huh?

    2. User avatar detra.kunze56 says:

      4 stars
      I totally get what you’re saying! I added a bit more honey and it was way better. Maybe try that next time!

  17. 1 star
    Why would you put yogurt in a milkshake? 🤔 I wont be trying this.

  18. User avatar Kathrine Nader says:

    1 star
    Strawberries are overrated, sorry, I’m more of a banana milkshake fan. ✌️

    1. User avatar Rosetta Collins says:

      2 stars
      Strawberries taste good tho, I just don’t get why you gotta dis them. 🤷‍♂️

    2. 5 stars
      Banana milkshakes are awesome! But have you tried adding bananas to your strawberry shake? It’s a game changer! 🍌🍓

  19. User avatar Tom Christiansen says:

    3 stars
    Can I use frozen strawberries? I don’t have fresh ones.

    1. User avatar ila.okuneva2021 says:

      5 stars
      Yes, frozen strawberries will work just fine! Just blend them straight from the freezer.

  20. 4 stars
    Yum! So refreshing for the summer heat! I love it!

  21. 5 stars
    Who would have thought honey in a shake would be so good? I’m using this next BBQ!

  22. User avatar caroyln.halvorson1952 says:

    5 stars
    I used frozen strawberries, and it turned out amazing! Definitely making this again.

    1. User avatar aletha.carroll67 says:

      5 stars
      Frozen strawberries? That’s a great idea! I never thought of that. Gonna try it soon!

  23. User avatar linnea.labadie1964 says:

    4 stars
    I’m not a fan of Greek yogurt at all. I used regular yogurt and it came out fine but felt weird.

  24. User avatar giovanna.gerlach says:

    3 stars
    I tried this but it was way too sweet for my taste. Maybe less honey next time.

  25. User avatar jose.bogisich1979 says:

    1 star
    I made this for my kids and they wouldn’t drink it! I dont get it.

    1. 4 stars
      I’m sorry to hear that! Maybe they just prefer something sweeter? You could add more honey next time!

    2. 3 stars
      That’s weird! I love it. Kids can be picky sometimes. Did you use fresh strawberries?

  26. User avatar Samwise Gamgee says:

    5 stars
    This shake is AMAZING! 😍 Perfectly sweet and so refreshing! My kids devoured it.

  27. User avatar dion.zemlak says:

    4 stars
    The recipe sounds nice, but are strawberries really that healthy? I feel like there’s sugar in everything, ya know?

  28. User avatar w00d_ch0p says:

    3 stars
    I tried making this but used almond milk instead. It was okay, but I think regular milk would be better.

  29. 5 stars
    Yesss! Perfect for summer! I’ve made it twice this week already! 🍓🥛

    1. User avatar monte.greenholt says:

      5 stars
      This shake looks sooo good! I gotta try it for my kids! 🍓😍

  30. User avatar neville.witting61 says:

    1 star
    Why would anyone put ice in a milkshake? Ruins the flavor! 🤨

  31. User avatar steve_maga says:

    5 stars
    This milkshake is sooo good! I love how refreshing it tastes. Perfect for summer!

  32. User avatar Lumberjack says:

    5 stars
    Really easy to make and tastes awesome! My kids devoured it.

  33. User avatar tomi.kerluke says:

    4 stars
    Too much honey for me. Next time I’ll put only a teaspoon.

    1. User avatar cherelle.white says:

      4 stars
      I actually love the sweetness! But yeah, everyone has different tastes. That teaspoon idea might work well too!

    2. User avatar lamont.stehr says:

      2 stars
      Nah, honey is good for ya! It’s natural and all. Just don’t skimp on it too much, you may miss the flavor.

  34. User avatar bailey.wilkinson33 says:

    3 stars
    I didn’t have yogurt, so I used sour cream. Still tasted okay, not great though.

  35. User avatar fredricka.runte61 says:

    5 stars
    This was soooo good! I made it with almond milk and it was just perfect. Thanks!

    1. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

      2 stars
      How can it be that good? I tried it and it came out kinda blah. Should I add more berries?

    2. 5 stars
      I’m so glad you liked it! Almond milk is a great choice, makes it even healthier! 😊

  36. User avatar Falmer Gloomlurker says:

    5 stars
    This is delicious!!! I added a banana too, gives it a nice twist!

    1. 5 stars
      Wow, a banana sounds like a great addition! I gotta try that next time!

    2. 2 stars
      I doubt a banana would fit in milkshake. Strawberries are fine alone lol.

  37. 3 stars
    I followed the recipe exactly, but my shake turned out too runny. Maybe should’ve added less milk?

  38. User avatar rossana.fahey2010 says:

    2 stars
    Meh, it was just alright. Not as sweet as I expected, maybe I need to add more honey next time.

  39. User avatar Leon Borer says:

    2 stars
    I don’t think Greek yogurt belongs in a milkshake… should stick to ice cream!

  40. User avatar louie.koelpin40 says:

    5 stars
    My kids loved this! They can’t even tell there’s yogurt in it. Healthy and tasty!

  41. User avatar deandrea.trantow says:

    5 stars
    This was so good! I added a banana too, yumm!

    1. User avatar tammi.kuphal says:

      5 stars
      Banana in a milkshake? That’s a great idea! Can’t wait to try it like that!

  42. User avatar Deep Thought says:

    1 star
    Yuck! This was too tart for my taste. I guess strawberries are more sour than I thought. 🤢

  43. User avatar leopoldo.legros1961 says:

    4 stars
    This drink makes me feel all healthy and stuff. Love it! Can I use banana instead of strawberries?

    1. 3 stars
      Bananas? Really? I mean, why not, but it ain’t the same drink no more. Just saying…

    2. User avatar ricky.dubuque63 says:

      5 stars
      Glad you love it! 😄 You can definitely use banana instead of strawberries! It’ll be a different flavor, but still yummy!

  44. 4 stars
    Can I use frozen strawberries instead? Fresh ones are too expensive here.

  45. User avatar hilton.kreiger14 says:

    2 stars
    Yuk, this tasted weird to me. Maybe I put too much yogurt??

  46. User avatar Falmer Warmonger says:

    5 stars
    This was sooo good! I never thought strawberries could make such a creamy shake! Definitely making it again!

  47. User avatar wellRespected says:

    4 stars
    Simple and delicious! I added a banana and it turned out great!

  48. User avatar lina.kuphal55 says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is so refreshing! I love it!

  49. User avatar denis.connelly65 says:

    2 stars
    I just don’t get why it’s called a milkshake if there’s no ice cream. Kinda disappointed.

  50. User avatar charla.little says:

    2 stars
    I don’t think this looks healthy at all, too much sugar in honey 😒. Maybe try using stevia instead?

  51. User avatar Warren Piece says:

    5 stars
    I just threw everything in the blender, didn’t measure anything lol. Still turned out great!

  52. User avatar marylou.parisian says:

    5 stars
    Great recipe! I’m so glad I found this. My kids love it, and it’s healthy!

  53. 4 stars
    Didn’t have honey, so I used sugar. Still tasted nice!

  54. User avatar NAFO.SUPREMACY says:

    1 star
    Milkshakes r for ice cream, not yogurt.

    1. User avatar art.crist1998 says:

      4 stars
      I get your point, but this recipe is a healthier twist! Yogurt can actually make it super creamy too. Give it a try!

  55. User avatar sandee.torphy says:

    3 stars
    Simple ingredients, easy to make, but the blender was too loud! Ugh. But it was yummy.

  56. 4 stars
    I made it with almond milk and it was still super good! Will make again for sure.

  57. 2 stars
    Where’s the chocolate? Strawberry milkshake without chocolate is like a car without wheels.

  58. User avatar luciano.brekke2012 says:

    5 stars
    Super refreshing! I think I’m going to try with other fruits too! 🍓🍌

  59. 5 stars
    Yum! I added a scoop of protein powder and it was perfect for my workout! 🏋️‍♂️

  60. 3 stars
    Okayish. Not as thick as I thought it would be. Maybe I should’ve added more ice?

  61. 4 stars
    Great recipe, but I used frozen strawberries and it wasn’t as good. Fresh makes a big difference!

  62. User avatar kelsie.luettgen says:

    3 stars
    Not bad, but I wanted it thicker, like a shake, this was more like a smoothie I think.

  63. User avatar julian.feeney93 says:

    5 stars
    Quick n easy! Just blended it in 5 mins and my kids loved it. Thx!

  64. User avatar morris.bins84 says:

    5 stars
    Strawberry yum! I added a little chocolate syrup for fun, and it was amazing!

    1. User avatar wilber.vandervort says:

      5 stars
      Chocolate syrup sounds like a delicious twist! Can’t wait to try it.

  65. User avatar truman.bosco says:

    3 stars
    Pretty good but too sweet for my taste. Might cut back on the honey next time.

    1. User avatar neil.rutherford2011 says:

      3 stars
      Too sweet? Nah, I love honey! But I guess some folks don’t like it. Just use less if you want. Simple solution!

    2. User avatar fermin.herzog says:

      4 stars
      I think it’s great! But yeah, honey can be a lot sometimes. You can always add less. Try adding some more strawberries next time for balance!

  66. User avatar rueben.sawayn1 says:

    5 stars
    I didn’t have honey so I used sugar…still tasted great! Milkshakes are the best.

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