Q1: How do I make this strawberry collagen “milkshake” thick and creamy?
Use frozen strawberries for thickness and cashews for a creamy, milkshake-style texture. Blend a little longer so the cashews fully break down and the drink turns silky.
Q2: Can I make this strawberry collagen smoothie less sweet?
Yes—use ½ date instead of one, or skip the date for a more tart strawberry flavour. If it becomes too thick to blend, add milk 1–2 tablespoons at a time.
Q3: Can I prep this strawberry collagen smoothie ahead of time?
It’s best enjoyed right after blending for the smoothest texture. If you refrigerate it, separation can happen—shake well and re-blend briefly before drinking.
If you love the creamy vibe of a strawberry milkshake but want something that’s blender-simple and not loaded with added sugar, this one’s for you. It’s really a milkshake-style smoothie: frozen strawberries make it cold and thick, cashews add creaminess, and a date brings gentle sweetness. We add COLLIAGE Collagen Peptides for an easy, neutral-tasting add-in that blends right in. No ice cream, no complicated steps—just a smooth, strawberry-forward drink you can make in minutes.
Quick Recipe Snapshot
- Prep: Estimated 5 minutes
- Cook: None
- Total: Estimated 5 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Tools: blender, measuring cups/spoons, glass
Ingredients
- ¾ cup frozen strawberries
- ¼ cup cashews
- 1 date (pitted)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups milk
- 2 sachets COLLIAGE Collagen Peptides
Instructions
- Add the milk to your blender first.
- Add frozen strawberries, cashews, date, and vanilla extract.
- Add 2 sachet of COLLIAGE Collagen Peptides.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- If it’s too thick to blend, add a splash more milk and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy straight away.
Pro Tips (No Clumps + Best Texture)
- Liquid first: adding milk before powders helps everything blend smoothly.
- Blend longer for cashews: a longer blend helps avoid a gritty texture.
- Too thick? add milk gradually (1–2 tbsp at a time).
- Too thin? add a few more frozen strawberries and blend again.
- Date not blending well? if it’s very firm, soak it in warm water for a few minutes, drain, then blend.
Variations
- Dairy-free: use your preferred dairy-free milk.
- Less sweet: use ½ date or skip the date entirely.
- Extra thick: add extra frozen strawberries (instead of ice, to avoid watering it down).
- More vanilla: increase vanilla slightly (note: this changes the ingredient amount).
Storage & Make-Ahead
Best enjoyed fresh.
FAQs
1) Is this a smoothie or a milkshake?
It’s a smoothie, but it drinks like a milkshake because frozen strawberries make it thick and cashews add creaminess. There’s no ice cream, so it won’t taste exactly like a classic milkshake—but the texture is similar.
2) Can I use fresh strawberries instead of frozen?
You can, but it will be thinner. For a milkshake-style thickness, frozen fruit works best. If using fresh strawberries, you may need ice (which can dilute flavour) or you can freeze the berries first.
3) What can I use instead of cashews?
Cashews are used mainly for creaminess. If you swap them, the texture will change. If you already have a thick ingredient you like in smoothies, you can test it, but keep in mind it won’t be the same “milkshake-style” result.
4) How do I make it less sweet?
Use ½ date, or skip the date for a more tart strawberry flavour. If you remove the date and the smoothie becomes too thick to blend smoothly, add a little more milk.
5) Why is my smoothie gritty?
Most often it’s under-blended cashews or a firm date that didn’t fully break down. Blend longer, and if needed soak the date briefly (then drain) before blending.
6) Can I double the recipe?
Yes—scale the ingredients evenly and blend in a larger jug. If the blender struggles, add milk gradually until it blends smoothly.