It’s springtime, strawberry season is upon us, and the weather is sunny and gorgeous in San Diego.
I had a great run this morning outside and came in and took a look at the frozen strawberries in the freezer and knew I had to use them.
I wanted something blended and sweet and creamy to quench my thirst.
This did the trick.
Strawberry seeds in my teeth and all.
It’s not a revolutionary “recipe”, but it sure is good.
It only takes a minute to make, and even less to drink. A blessing and a curse.
The only thing that would have made this better would have been adding a shot of rum or Malibu.
But it was 10am so I refrained.
I made a double batch, poured it into a bowl, put it in the freezer and later on tonight when I am watching Million Dollar Listing or a DVR’ed episode of The Real Housewives or Bethenny (yes, I love Bravo), I can shovel it into my mouth with a spoon as a strawberries ‘n cream “ice cream”
Hopefully I eat it slower with a spoon than I drank it with my straw because this was gone in a flash.
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Strawberries and Cream Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 to 1 ½ cups frozen strawberries, big handful, fresh may be used although ice may be necessary
- ¼ cup milk or cream, use your favorite milk or vegan milk, i.e. coconut milk cream, soy cream, etc.
- sweetenter, to taste (sugar, stevia, agave, etc.)
Instructions
- Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Depending on how many strawberries you used, their size, your blender, and your desired smoothie thickness and consistency, you may need more than 1/4 cup cream (I used about 1/2 cup), or add a splash of water, to reach desired consistency.
- Serve immediately. Leftover portion may be stored in the freezer for later consumption for up to 2 months. The smoothie does not change consistency and taste is not effected upon thawing.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I hadn’t had a strawberry recipe in ages, but have recently been on a strawberry streak.
I’m just a wee bit excited for strawberry season, apparently.
Here are my favorite Strawberry Recipes:
Microwave Strawberry Vanilla Mug Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Glaze
Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies with Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting
Creamy Mixed Berry White Chocolate Crumble Bars
Do you like strawberries? Do you have a favorite strawberry recipe or way to use them?
I wait all year for strawberry season, and then, all at once, there are so many.
There are usually sales on berries when they are in season, and it’s always tempting to cash in on the savings. Til I realize I just bought 3 pounds of berries and wonder what am I going to make with all these berries.
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That strawberry smoothie looks amazingly awesome. Wow. I love smoothies, and I am making that one very soon.
LMK if you end up trying it!
Oh, Averie, I am literally swooning. That looks SO GOOD! I want to make it with coconut milk! Another great one ~ thank you! :-)
YAY, well LMK if you end up trying it!
Absolutely beautiful. That color is just perfect. I love love strawberries – and the Real Housewives of OC is kind of addicting ;-)
That strawberry smoothie, ahmahgaaaaah. DULISH.
love strawberrie smoothies! and i love the idea of coconut milk in this!
coconut milk is just so awesome but not everyone likes it so I always give options.
I’ve been on a smoothie kick so I’m keeping the freezer stocked with strawberries. Sometimes I add cocoa powder, coconut flakes or almond butter for a little something different but I always add a hefty dose of vanilla! I’d like to expand my smoothie horizons and try your peaches and coconut cream recipe too.
There’s just so many ways to go. I loved it when I added cookie butter to the smoothie I also linked…and the peaches and cream, anything with fruit and cream, or fruit and nut butter, you just can’t go wrong!
This needs to be in my belly immediately! Love how easy this is!
that’s the name of my tune whenever possible!
i know! in a couple more weeks those giant strawberries fresh from cali will soon be here at my whole foods. i cannot wait. they are the best, they come from Driscoll. best of the best.
i always say i’m going to do something different with them but i never do, i just eat them or make strawberry shortcakes.
Crazy enough we have Driscolls in the reg groc store, i.e. Ralph’s, for like $2 for a big tub (2 pints I think?) and those are normally 2 for $4 bucks, which is basically enough berries to turn red and pick seeds out of your teeth for a good long while :)
That smoothie looks fantastic, so simple! I will definitely be making it into popsicles now that we have warmer weather :) Lovely photos
LMK if you try it as popsicles!
The husband had business down in SD today so I went with. You’re not kidding, the weather is so amazing!! Having a cocktail at the bar in the W. Not too shabby for a Wed afternoon. ;0)
I know it’s sooo nice out! I need to step away from the screen and out of the house…now.
Enjoy your drinks at the W…that’s the life, girl!!!
i LOVE strawberries, and i’m so excited they’re back in season again! i just had a bunch in a protein smoothie earlier today. i’ve never really baked with strawberries before, so i’ll have to try out one of your breads or muffins one of these days!
The microwave cake is a 90 sec project if you need a quickie!
Smoothies are ideal right now! I had one after my run this morning too. Giada has a strawberry cupcake recipe thats my fav…but I still have to try yours!
Oh I want to try that recipe! Can’t wait to read about it on your site if you make it!
Yummo!!!
Yum! I could have gone for this after my run this morning! What a great healthy smoothie and ice cream snack! I always have frozen berries in the freezer!
make it tomorrow!
Lovely! This looks perfect for a perfect Spring day!
Frozen strawberries are the bomb. I have eaten an entire 1 pound bag in one sitting before. Naturally, I love strawberry smoothies! And cream? Yes, please.
Hey girlie, long time not talk! Great to hear from you and yes, I can eat so many all at once that I feel like I’m going to turn into a berry!