Strawberries and Cream Agua Fresca
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Strawberries and Cream Agua Fresca is made with fresh strawberries and two different milks for a sweet, creamy, and refreshing cold drink. The perfect afternoon pick-me-up on a hot summer day!
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This is a light and creamy twist on traditional agua fresca with elements of Brazilian lemonade. Fresh strawberries are blended with water then combined with sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk for a rich, creamy drink with just the right amount of sweetness.
Along with horchata, this has become one of my family’s favorite drinks. It takes just 15 minutes to make and it’s so creamy and refreshing, perfect on a hot summer day.
What Is Agua Fresca?
Agua fresca, which literally translates to “fresh water”, is a drink popular in Mexico (and some Central American countries) made from blended fruits, water, and sometimes seeds. You can find them made from various fruits depending on what’s in season, such as strawberries, watermelon, mango, and more.
Today’s creamy strawberry agua fresca is a bit less traditional, as it’s made with sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk instead of just water and fruit, though it is occasionally served in Mexico.
Helpful Tips and Variations
- This drink is best with fresh fruit. I highly recommend using fresh in-season strawberries for the best results. If using frozen fruit, it should be thawed first, otherwise it will become more of a smoothie. You should also consider reducing the amount of water slightly to compensate for the extra liquid you get from frozen fruit.
- Sweetened condensed milk & Evaporated milk both add richness and creaminess to the drink. Vanilla is added for flavor.
- Only use as much sugar needed. If the strawberries are super ripe and sweet or if you’re not a fan of sweet drinks, you probably won’t want to add all the sugar. Start with less, taste and adding more as desired.
- Use a different sweetener. In place of the granulated sugar, you can use honey or agave, or even Stevia. Note that it will give the drink a different flavor and not as intended.
- Make it boozy. If you want an aqua fresca cocktail, add 1 ounce of liquor to about 1 cup of aqua fresca. Vodka, rum, or coconut rum are all good options.
Strawberries and Cream Agua Fresca
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, divided
- 1½ cups water
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- ¼ cup granulated sugar, as needed
- crushed ice
Instructions
- In a blender, pulse 1½ pounds of the strawberries with the water until smooth. Transfer half of the puree into a 2 quart pitcher.
- To the blender with the remaining half of strawberry puree, add in the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla. Pulse until combined. Taste, and if necessary, add a tablespoon of sugar at a time until you get the desired sweetness.
- Pour mixture into the pitcher; stir to combine.
- Pour over ice into glasses. Stir in the remaining sliced strawberries and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.
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How To Make Strawberries and Creme Agua Fresca Step By Step
- Prep the strawberries. Pulse 1½ pounds of fresh sliced strawberries with 1½ cups cold water until smooth. Transfer half of the puree to a pitcher.
- Combine the ingredients. To the blender with the strawberry puree, add 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 1 can evaporated milk, and 1 Tbsp vanilla. Pulse to combine then taste test. Add up to ¼ cup sugar a tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired sweetness.
- Serve. Pour the mixture into the pitcher and stir to combine. Pour into glasses over ice. Top with the remaining sliced strawberries. Enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
One of my favorite ways to enjoy this creamy strawberry agua fresca is on a hot summer afternoon. It also makes a great drink to pair with your favorite Mexican dishes, like shredded beef enchiladas, baja steak tacos, or birria tacos.
Proper Storage
Strawberries and cream agua fresca is best enjoyed the day it’s prepared or at least within 24 hours. Keep the pitcher covered in the fridge then give it a stir and pour over ice as needed.
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