Strawberry Frosty

Name: Strawberry Frosty
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 185 min
Ingredients: 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk; 8 ounces whipped topping, (thawed); ½ gallon whole milk; ¾ cup Hershey’s strawberry syrup; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Frosty fans will love the delectable texture and new flavor of the popular frozen treat when they whip up their very own strawberry Frosty at home.

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You are going to love the taste of this smooth and creamy strawberry Frosty. The delicious milkshake-like drink is the perfect combination of summertime fruity flavors mixed in with an icy, creamy texture to recreate the iconic Frosty treat served at Wendy’s restaurants.

a close up shot of Strawberry Frosty in a cup

Strawberry Frosty Ingredients

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The combination of sweet strawberry flavor, creamy milk, and a hint of vanilla is sure to make your taste buds tingle with delight.

Each sip reveals a burst of bright strawberry flavor, paired with a smooth and refreshing texture that is perfect for a hot summer day.

You’ll need:

14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk
8-ounce tub of whipped topping, thawed
½ gallon of whole milk
¾ cup of Hershey’s strawberry syrup
1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

Substitutions And Additions

STRAWBERRY MILK: If you have a favorite brand of premade strawberry milk, you can certainly use that and omit the addition of strawberry syrup. If it is not very pink, you can add a drop or two of red liquid food coloring or a couple of tablespoons of strawberry syrup to increase the strawberry flavor and add that pretty pink color.

MILK: You can substitute 2% milk in this strawberry shake recipe if that is what you keep on hand in your refrigerator.

SYRUP: You can substitute any brand of strawberry syrup that you can find in the grocery store to make flavored milk in this recipe.

How to Make This Strawberry Frosty Recipe

Mix up all of the creamy ingredients in a bowl and chill. Before you know it, you’ll be sipping on this refreshing treat.

STEP ONE: In an 8 to 10-cup capacity large mixing bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and thawed whipped topping.

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A large glass measuring bowl with a pour spout works great for this recipe!

milk and thawed whipped topping stirred together

STEP TWO: In a separate large mixing bowl, stir together the milk, Hershey’s strawberry syrup, and vanilla extract.

milk, strawberry syrup, and vanilla stirred together

STEP THREE: Pour the strawberry milk mixture into the whipped topping mixture. Stir well to ensure that all the ingredients are well combined.

strawberry milk mixture poured into the whipped topping mixture

STEP FOUR: Transfer the strawberry Frosty mixture into a large freezer-safe container and cover it with a lid or plastic wrap.

PRO TIP:

If you don’t have a freezer-safe container large enough to hold all the Frosty mixture, divide it into 2 or 3 smaller batches to put in the freezer. Make sure you don’t fill the container to the very top, the mixture will expand a bit as it freezes. If you freeze the Frosty mixture in smaller batches, the freeze time will be slightly shorter.

STEP FIVE: Place the container into the freezer for a minimum of 3 to 6 hours or up to overnight. You will need a longer freeze time if you have all of your mixture in one large container. The smaller containers will freeze faster.

STEP SIX: Stir your strawberry Frosty mixture every 1 to 2 hours to break up any larger icy chunks until you get your desired consistency.

PRO TIP:

You can allow your strawberry Frosty mixture to freeze overnight without stirring every couple of hours. It will NOT freeze solid. You will just need to allow it to rest on the counter to thaw slightly so that you can stir it up well and break up the larger ice crystals. Just keep stirring until you get a smoother consistency.

STEP SEVEN: Spoon the strawberry Frosty mixture into a glass and enjoy.

How To Serve

There’s no better way to cool off in the warm weather than with a chilled scrumptious copycat Wendy’s strawberry Frosty! It’s perfect for an afternoon snack, along with a plate of fluffernutter cookies or Rice Krispie treats.

Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a burger and fries, a strawberry Frosty is a delicious treat that is sure to leave you feeling satisfied and content.

For the classic chocolatey version, our Wendy’s Frosty is deliciously creamy and refreshing. Our mint chocolate chip milkshake is another tasty treat to try.

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Storage

Here’s how you can store your Strawberry Frosty to enjoy its refreshing flavors later.

IN THE FRIDGE: Strawberry frosties can’t be kept in the fridge, or they will melt.

IN THE FREEZER: This copycat strawberry Frosty can be stored in your freezer for up to 2 months. You will need to allow it to thaw slightly before stirring it to spoon and serve each time you remove it from the freezer.

overhead shot of Strawberry Frosty topped with a strawberry

Not only does this new Wendy’s strawberry Frosty taste delicious, but it’s also easy to make at home. This easy-to-make frozen treat creates an indulgent mixture of the flavor of sweet strawberry and rich cream that is sure to please any sweet tooth.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can you store this Wendy’s strawberry Frosty in the refrigerator?

We wouldn’t recommend storing this amazing treat in the fridge as it will melt into a soupy drink. Instead, store in the freezer and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to return to desired consistency.

Can I make this creamy treat in vanilla flavor?

You can make a creamy vanilla Frosty version treat by omitting the strawberry syrup from the mixture.

What is the secret ingredient that makes this taste like a Wendy’s Frosty?

The secret key ingredient is vanilla extract. It alters the flavor of the creamy mixture to give it a malt-like taste.

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Strawberry Frosty

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Frosty fans will love the delectable texture and new flavor of the popular frozen treat when they whip up their very own strawberry Frosty at home.

Prep Time 5

Total Time 3 5

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Ingredients

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
½ gallon whole milk
¾ cup Hershey’s strawberry syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In an 8 to 10-cup capacity large mixing bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and thawed whipped topping.
In a separate large mixing bowl, stir together the milk, Hershey’s strawberry syrup, and vanilla extract.
Pour the strawberry milk mixture into the whipped topping mixture. Stir well to ensure that all the ingredients are well combined.
Transfer the strawberry Frosty mixture into a large freezer-safe container and cover it with a lid or plastic wrap.
Place the container into the freezer for a minimum of 3 to 6 hours or up to overnight. You will need a longer freeze time if you have all of your mixture in one large container. The smaller containers will freeze faster.
Stir your strawberry Frosty mixture every 1 to 2 hours to break up any larger icy chunks until you get your desired consistency.
Spoon the strawberry Frosty mixture into a glass and enjoy.

Notes

A large glass measuring bowl with a pour spout works great for this recipe!
If you don’t have a freezer-safe container large enough to hold all the Frosty mixture, divide it into 2 or 3 smaller batches to put in the freezer. Make sure you don’t fill the container to the very top, the mixture will expand a bit as it freezes. If you freeze the Frosty mixture in smaller batches, the freeze time will be slightly shorter.
You can allow your strawberry Frosty mixture to freeze overnight without stirring every couple of hours. It will NOT freeze solid. You will just need to allow it to rest on the counter to thaw slightly so that you can stir it up well and break up the larger ice crystals. Just keep stirring until you get a smoother consistency.

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