This classic strawberry milkshake with whipped cream and a sprinkling of granola on top is a delicious and nutritious liquid snack that satisfies and energizes. Feel free to substitute the strawberries with your preference of fresh or frozen fruit.

STEP ONE – Preparations

1. Get out a blender.
2. Get out a large bowl and a stand mixer.

STEP TWO – Blend the Milkshake

Ingredients:

2 cups milk
2 cups vanilla ice cream
1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)

Instructions:

1. In the blender, blend the milk, ice cream, and strawberries until smooth. If using fresh strawberries, add 1 cup of ice cubes to thicken and chill.
2. Pour the milkshake into a large cup and add the toppings.

GRANOLA RECIPE:

STEP ONE – Preparations

1. Preheat the oven to 250°F.
2. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
3. Get out a large mixing bowl and a small mixing bowl.

STEP TWO – Make the Granola

Ingredients:

1 cup old-fashioned oats
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon canola oil

Instructions:

1. In the large bowl, combine the oats, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
2. Drizzle with the syrup and oil and toss by hand to incorporate.
3. Spread the granola onto the baking sheets and bake for 50 minutes, tossing every 10-15 minutes, until golden brown.

WHIPPED CREAM RECIPE:

Ingredients:

1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In the stand mixer, whip the cream on high speed for 1 minute until stiff peaks form.
2. Add the powdered sugar and while until combined.
3. Top the milkshake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of granola.

Recommended Serving Size: 1 milkshake

Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 dairy, 1 fruit, 1 fat