Description
This homemade Korean strawberry milk is a refreshing, creamy pink drink made with real strawberries, milk, and a touch of sugar. Inspired by popular Korean café drinks, it combines fresh strawberry chunks and syrup for a vibrant, textured beverage that’s both beautiful and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups strawberries (fresh or frozen, slightly thawed if frozen)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- ¾ cup fresh strawberries, diced (~1 cm)
- 2 cups milk of choice (whole milk or plant-based like oat, soy, or coconut)
Instructions
- Blend 1¼ cups strawberries until smooth using a blender or food processor.
- In a small saucepan, combine the strawberry puree, sugar, and one-third of the diced strawberries.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil, then cook for 1 minute and remove from heat.
- Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature or chill in the fridge.
- Divide the syrup evenly between two 16-ounce glasses and add the remaining diced strawberries.
- Swirl the mixture around the inside of each glass for a layered effect.
- Slowly pour 1 cup of milk into each glass over the syrup and strawberries.
- Gently stir before drinking. Optionally, top with whipped cream or frothed milk for extra texture.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries work well; just thaw slightly before blending.
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your berries or use a sugar substitute.
- For a fresh flavor, skip cooking the syrup but consume immediately.
- Store syrup separately from milk to prevent separation.
- Add a splash of vanilla or a scoop of ice cream for a dessert-like treat.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop, Blending
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink (16 oz)
