Strawberry Frappé

The strawberry frappé is a fresh and delicious drink, perfect for hot days or as a fancy dessert. Here is the recipe with an Italian twist:

Ingredients

• 250 g of fresh strawberries
• 100 ml of milk (you can also use almond or soy milk for a vegan variant)
• 2 scoops of cream or vanilla ice cream
• Sugar to taste (or honey, if you prefer a natural sweetener)
• Crushed ice
• Whipped cream (optional, for garnishing)
• Some whole strawberries or slices for garnish

Preparation

1. Wash the strawberries under running water, remove the stem, and cut them in half.
2. Put the strawberries in a blender, adding the milk, ice cream, and sugar to taste.
3. Blend until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture. If you want a colder and thicker frappé, add crushed ice and blend again.
4. Pour the frappé into tall glasses and, if you like, decorate with a dollop of whipped cream.
5. Garnish with whole strawberries or slices and serve immediately with a straw.

Curiosity

The frappé, also called a milkshake in some parts of the world, originated in the United States in the early 1900s. The original version used only milk, sugar, and vanilla flavor, but over time ingredients like ice cream have been added to make the drink creamier and more indulgent. In the Italian version, a touch of whipped cream is often added to garnish, making it even more inviting.