Fruity Shortcake Blend (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Frappuccino Base
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1 cup any milk you prefer
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¼ cup blended strawberries (can use fresh or thawed frozen)
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¼ cup vanilla ice cream
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¼ cup ice cubes
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1 tablespoon sugar (make it sweeter if you want)
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¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Topping
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Whipped cream
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Sliced fresh strawberries
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Crushed shortbread cookies (if you want)
# How to Make It:
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Throw about ½ cup of trimmed strawberries into a blender until they're all mushy. Want it super smooth? Just push it through a strainer to get rid of the seeds.
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Drop milk, strawberry mash, vanilla ice cream, ice cubes, sugar, and vanilla extract in your blender. Run it on high till everything's smooth and there aren't any ice bits left - should take around 30-45 seconds.
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Too thick? Just add a bit more milk. Too runny? Toss in some extra ice or more ice cream and blend again until it feels right.
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Empty your strawberry mix into a tall glass. Add a big fluffy pile of whipped cream on top.
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Put some strawberry slices on the whipped cream and if you're feeling fancy, scatter some crumbled shortbread cookies for extra crunch and flavor.
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Stick a straw in and drink up right away while it's still cold and frosty. Don't wait too long or the ice will melt.
# Additional Tips:
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Making it at home means you can tweak how sweet it is and what goes in it, plus it'll save you money compared to buying one at a coffee shop.
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Want it to look super nice? Use a see-through cup with a dome lid to make it look like the ones from Starbucks.
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There's no caffeine in this drink, so kids and people staying away from coffee can enjoy it too.