Name: Strawberry Milk Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound strawberries, finely diced (divided into 2 cups and ¾ cup); ¼ cup cane or brown sugar (divided: 3 tbsp for syrup, 1 tbsp for macerated strawberries, and remainder for adjustment); 1 large squeeze of lemon juice or lime juice; 2-3 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk (soy milk recommended); Ice cubes, as needed

Ingredients

Strawberries

1 pound strawberries, finely diced (divided into 2 cups and ¾ cup)

Sugar and Citrus

¼ cup cane or brown sugar (divided: 3 tbsp for syrup, 1 tbsp for macerated strawberries, and remainder for adjustment)
1 large squeeze of lemon juice or lime juice

Milk and Serving

2-3 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk (soy milk recommended)
Ice cubes, as needed

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Instructions

Macerate Strawberries: Take the ¾ cup of finely diced strawberries and add 1 tablespoon of sugar to them. Stir well to coat and let the mixture sit aside so the strawberries release their juices, becoming soft and juicy.
Prepare Strawberry Syrup: In a pan, combine the 2 cups of diced strawberries with 3 tablespoons of sugar and a large squeeze of lemon or lime juice. Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to just above a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens into a syrupy consistency.
Cool Syrup: Remove the syrup from heat and let it cool to room temperature. Then place it in the refrigerator until chilled to enhance its refreshing flavor.
Assemble Strawberry Milk: In a glass, add 2-3 tablespoons of the chilled strawberry syrup, pour in ¾ cup of unsweetened non-dairy milk, and add ice cubes. Top the drink with about 1 tablespoon of the macerated strawberries. Stir well to combine all the flavors. Adjust sweetness or strawberry amount as desired.
Storage: Store any remaining strawberry syrup and macerated strawberries in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Notes

You can use any unsweetened non-dairy milk such as almond, oat, or coconut depending on your preference.
Adjust the amount of sugar and syrup to your taste for a sweeter or less sweet drink.
For a thicker milkshake-like texture, blend the assembled drink briefly before serving.
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
The drink is best consumed within 1-2 days for fresh taste.

Author: Olivia
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan