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Creamy Korean Strawberry Milk with Fresh Syrup

A tall glass filled with iced strawberry milk showing beautiful pink and white swirls over ice cubes.
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Make this cafe-style Korean Strawberry Milk at home using a simple, fresh strawberry syrup. This recipe delivers a creamy, naturally sweet drink quickly, avoiding artificial flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan.
  2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the strawberries soften, about 5 to 7 minutes. Mash the strawberries lightly with a spoon as they cook to release juices.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 more minutes until the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool for at least 10 minutes.
  4. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the solids to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids or save them for another use. You now have your fresh strawberry syrup.
  5. To assemble the drink, place 2 to 3 tablespoons of the cooled strawberry syrup into the bottom of a tall glass.
  6. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
  7. Pour the cold milk over the syrup and ice. Add vanilla extract if using.
  8. Stir gently to combine the layers before you drink. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a vegan strawberry milk, substitute dairy milk with oat milk or coconut milk for extra creaminess.
  • If you prefer a thicker texture, add a few of the mashed strawberry pieces directly into the milk instead of straining all the solids out.
  • This recipe makes a concentrated syrup; adjust the amount used per glass to control sweetness.

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