Ingredients:
1 lb. fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups milk (any type)
Directions:
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries and granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture begins to bubble (about 5-7 minutes).
Use a potato masher or fork to mash the strawberries into a thick, chunky sauce. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.
Strain the strawberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
Allow the strawberry syrup to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, combine 1/4 cup of strawberry syrup with 1 cup of milk. Stir well and taste. Adjust sweetness by adding more syrup if desired.
Pour the strawberry milk into glasses and serve chilled. You can store any leftover syrup in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Prep Time: 5 mins | Cooking Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 3 cups of strawberry milk
