Vegan Strawberry Milk

This vegan strawberry milk is extra sweet, creamy, and fruity! With just 4 ingredients, it’s an affordable treat that's unbelievably easy to prepare. Serve it with your favorite plant-based dessert for the perfect summer treat!

You can whip up this vegan strawberry milk in less than10 minutes — it’s dangerously simple to make! Just like my Strawberry Boba Tea, it’s a great way to use up juicy, ripe strawberries when they’re in season.

Why I love this recipe

Strawberries and cream is a classic combination, and it’s unbeatable when you blend it into a creamy, sweet drink. Using just four ingredients, it’s perfect if you’re looking to spice up your beverage game.

Just boil cashews in water to soften, then blend the all the ingredients together. It’s so refreshing and satisfying! Everyone always loves the rich, creamy texture paired with the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries.

Ingredient notes

Here’s everything you’ll need for this vegan strawberry milk recipe:

• Strawberries: Strawberries add a fresh, fruity flavor. Their ripeness significantly impacts the sweetness and flavor intensity, so make sure they are nice and ruby red.
• Maple syrup: This natural sweetener brings a subtle, earthy sweetness that complements the strawberries without overpowering them. Use pure maple syrup here.
• Soy or oat milk: I prefer soy or oat milk for the creamiest, silkiest consistency. Soy milk offers a slightly thicker texture and a higher protein content, while oat milk is sweeter and lighter. Just use your favorite one!
• Raw cashews: To add more richness and creaminess. Once blended, raw, unsalted cashews thicken the milk and add a slightly sweet taste.

Substitutions

• Strawberries: You can swap fresh strawberries for frozen. The flavor will be less vibrant, and the texture might be a bit thicker. Use the same ratio.
• Maple syrup: If you don’t have maple syrup, use an equivalent amount of agave.
• Milk: Use your favorite plant-based milk! Try almond, pea, hemp, or cashew milk.
• Cashews: You can try blanched almonds, but they won’t provide as creamy a flavor.

How to make

This vegan strawberry milk is so quick and easy to make! Just follow my tips for the best results.

Preparation

Wash the strawberries thoroughly to remove any dirt or pesticides, then remove their stems. Boil the cashews in hot water for about 5 minutes to soften and to make blending easier.

Assembly

Step 1
Submerge raw cashews with water in a pot over medium heat. Let them boil for 5 minutes till they soften. Then drain out the water and let the cashews cool down.

Step 2
Blend the strawberries, softened cashews, plant milk, and maple syrup in a high-speed blender until smooth. Ensure the blender is powerful enough to pulverize the cashews completely to avoid a gritty texture.

Step 3
Strain the blend over a mesh sieve into a serving cup to remove all the seeds and pulp for silky-smooth vegan strawberry milk. If you prefer a frothy texture, use an electric whisk. If you like it extra cold, then serve over ice.

Expert tip

Making the best vegan strawberry milk comes down to a few different components. First, you really need to use ripe, sweet strawberries (preferably organic or from a farmer’s market) for the necessary sweetness and flavor foundation.

If you’re using cashews, double-check that they’re both raw and unsalted to prevent them from overpowering the drink. Also, don’t skip boiling them in hot water, especially if you don’t have a high-speed blender. Otherwise, you will likely end up with little gritty pieces in your drink.

Variations

• Vanilla: Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the drink for a sweet, aromatic flavor.
• Chocolate: Mix in a tablespoon of cocoa powder for a chocolate strawberry version.
• Nut-free: Omit the cashews and add a small ripe banana to thicken the milk.
• Protein: Incorporate a scoop of your favorite plain or vanilla-flavored protein powder.

Cooking tips

• Use ripe strawberries: The flavor of the milk heavily depends on the strawberries' quality. Ripe, vibrant red strawberries will yield the best taste.
• Use a high-quality blender: To ensure the smoothest texture, use a powerful blender that can thoroughly process the strawberries and cashews.
• Strain thoroughly: Make sure to strain the blend well to remove all the seeds and pulp for silky-smooth vegan strawberry milk.

Frequently asked questions

Storing & Reheating

For any leftover vegan strawberry milk, store it in the refrigerator. Pour it into an airtight container, like a glass bottle or mason jar with a lid, and it can be kept for up to 3-4 da ys. I don’t recommend freezing this milk to prevent it from separating.

More vegan drinks