Strawberry Banana Milkshake
By Marty Cole · June 23, 2026
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Diner-style and ready in minutes, this Strawberry Banana Milkshake hits like the one I used to order after Little League. Whole milk, frozen strawberries, banana, and vanilla ice cream go into a pint, and the Ninja Creami spins it into a thick, pink, drink-it-with-a-straw shake. My daughter asked for 'the pink one' three days running. Use frozen strawberries, not fresh, because the fresh ones water it down and you lose that thick milkshake body. If it spins too stiff to sip, splash in a little milk and run it one more time.
How it spins
Tip: freeze the pint on a level shelf for a full 24 hours. If the first spin looks crumbly, add a splash of milk and run Re-spin.
Ingredients
- Whole Milk1.25 cup
- Frozen Strawberries0.5 cup
- Banana0.5 whole
- Vanilla Ice Cream0.5 cup
Directions
- 1Combine the milk, strawberries, banana, and ice cream in the pint and stir.
- 2Keep the mixture under the max-fill line in the Creami pint.
- 3Freeze the pint flat for up to 24 hours.
- 4Run the MILKSHAKE preset.
- 5Add a little more milk and re-run if the shake is too thick.
- 6Pour into a glass and enjoy.
Tips
- Freeze your pint completely solid for the full 16-24 hours; a partially frozen pint will come out crumbly when you spin it.
- If the result looks powdery or icy, add a splash of milk and re-spin it through the Ice Cream program for a creamier texture.
- Use ripe bananas for better sweetness, and cut them into chunks before freezing so they incorporate evenly when the Creami processes them.
Variations
- Swap half the strawberries for fresh raspberries or blueberries for a mixed berry version.
- Use Greek yogurt in place of some of the milk for a tangier, protein-packed result.
- Add a teaspoon of honey or a tablespoon of chocolate syrup to the base before freezing for extra flavor.
FAQ
- Can I use fresh strawberries instead of frozen?
- Fresh strawberries work, but frozen ones are actually better for the Creami because they freeze solid more evenly and don't get watery. If you use fresh, dice them small and freeze the pint the full 24 hours.
- My pint came out icy and crumbly. What do I do?
- Add a small splash of milk (about 2-3 tablespoons) directly into the pint and re-insert it into the Creami, then run the Ice Cream program again. This gives it the moisture it needs to scoop creamy.
- How long can I keep a frozen pint in the freezer?
- A frozen pint stays good for about 2 weeks in the freezer before ice crystals start forming. For best texture, use it within 7-10 days.
- Can I make this lighter or lower calorie?
- Yes, use reduced-fat milk instead of whole milk, and use a lighter ice cream or even frozen Greek yogurt instead of regular vanilla ice cream. The result will be a bit less creamy, but still delicious.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated
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Meet Marty Cole
I'm a home cook who got a little obsessed with the Ninja Slushi and Creami. I test every recipe in my own kitchen on a real machine, dial in the texture, and only post the ones my family actually finishes.
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