If you’ve been craving something cool and sweet to escape that summer heat, why not try a vegan milkshake? I’ll share all the nitty-gritty details on how to make a vegan milkshake in your own home! I have two different flavours of dairy-free shakes coming your way. If you are a strawberry fan or a chocolate fan- I got you covered. Or if you can’t decide, maybe you’ll just have to make both.
would you choose a vegan chocolate shake or strawberry vegan milkshake?
Ok, guys, this chocolate dairy free milkshake I whipped up tastes like a frosty from Wendy’s- it’s SO satisfying. And for a girl who grew up dipping her french fries into her frosty- it’s really nice to have that cold, chocolate-ly goodness back in my life. My Picky Husband agreed that it sure hit the spot- now we just need to bake some fries to go with it.
Sometimes the richness of a chocolate milkshake just makes you extra thirsty and you kind of crave something a little lighter- I get you. If that’s the case, the strawberry shake is just for you. This tastes like a sip of summer. When strawberry season comes around- watch out, I’ll probably have a strawberry vegan milkshake err day. (JK, but maybe… )
You will need a high-speed blender to get the right consistency for these shakes. I’m in love with my Vitamix, and it works like a charm. If you don’t have a high-speed blender, I would suggest blending the ingredients in small batches until they are smooth and then at the end adding all the blended batches back into the blender and blend to fully incorporate.
here are a few reasons why I love these dairy free milkshakes, so listen up!
- These delightful vegan drinks are completely naturally sweetened. That is a big win in my books. They are both sweetened with dates and the strawberry milkshake obviously has strawberries in it. But there are no funky syrups or secret sugars sweetening these dairy free shakes. Just the good old stuff right from Mother Nature. So you can enjoy both of these flavours guilt-free!
- These milkshakes are so refreshing. They are absolutely amazing on a hot summer’s day. They are like an extreme smoothie. These shakes don’t have veggies in them, but they are a decadent and just as refreshing as a smoothie if you are needing a break from those veggie-packed smoothies!
- Truthfully, I can’t choose a favourite between chocolate and strawberry. I crave each of them at different times. The vegan chocolate shake is richer and the strawberry one is sweeter and lighter. They both will bring a smile to your lips though. And who knows, maybe if you are feeling crazy you’ll dip some french fries into them, just for old times sake.
Looking for more chilly desserts? Get minty fresh with this vegan ice cream. or squish some ice cream in between two cookies for the best sandwich there is.
Whatever side you are on, chocolate or strawberry, I think you’ll be super pumped about this decadent drink dessert. Fully embrace dipping your french fries into either vegan milkshake, then you’ll have dinner and dessert all in one. That’s a
the perfect vegan milkshake
Ingredients
Strawberry Milkshake
- 1 can full fat coconut milk (400mL- frozen into cubes beforehand)
- 1/2 cup raw cashews (either soaked overnight covered in water or in a bowl of boiled water for 1 hour)
- 1 cup almond milk
- 3/4 cup frozen strawberries
- 3 medjool dates (pits removed)
Chocolate Milkshake
- 1 can full fat coconut milk (400mL- frozen into cubes beforehand)
- 1/2 cup raw cashews (either soaked overnight covered in water or in a bowl of boiled water for 1 hour)
- 3/4 cup almond milk
- 2 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 3 medjool dates (pits removed)
Instructions
Strawberry Milkshake
- It is best to prepare this the night before. Soak the cashews in a bowl of water (water needs to cover the cashews fully).
- Open the can of coconut milk, and mix it thoroughly as it usually separates the coconut cream from the coconut water. Then pour into an empty ice cube tray and freeze overnight or at least for 3-4 hours. (you could freeze this any way you want but just make sure it is easy for you to break up once you are ready to start blending your milkshake ingredients!)
- Once everything is soaked and frozen, drain the water from the cashew bowl and add the cashews to a high-speed blender. Add the coconut milk ice cubes, frozen strawberries, almond milk and 3 dates without their pits. Blend at high speed until smooth. If having trouble getting it smooth add an additional 1/4 cup of almond milk (or dairy-free milk of choice) at a time.
- Top with coconut whip (see recipe in notes), coconut flakes or whatever your heart desires. Best to enjoy immediately.
Chocolate Milkshake
- It is best to prepare this the night before. Soak the cashews in a bowl of water (water needs to cover the cashews fully).
- Open the can of coconut milk, and mix it thoroughly as it usually separates the coconut cream from the coconut water. Then pour into an empty ice cube tray and freeze overnight or at least for 3-4 hours. You just want the coconut milk to be very chilled and at least almost frozen because this will add to the thickness and coldness of the milkshake.
- Once everything is soaked and frozen, drain the water from the cashew bowl and add the cashews to a high-speed blender. Add the cocoa powder, the coconut milk ice cubes, almond milk and 3 dates without their pits. Blend at high speed until smooth. If having trouble getting it smooth add an additional 1/4 cup of almond milk (or dairy-free milk of choice) at a time.
- Top with nuts (I used pistachios) and melted chocolate (optional). Best to enjoy immediately.
Notes
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This really looks amazing š
Thanks Em:) We will have to have some this summer together š
Iām going for the chocolate one first. Might skip the fries and just sit in the sun sipping this deluxe creation!