Description
This Shamrock Shake recipe delivers a refreshing and minty twist on the classic vanilla milkshake, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or whenever you crave a cool, minty treat. Made with creamy vanilla ice cream, a hint of peppermint extract, and vibrant green food coloring, this shake is both festive and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Shake Base
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup milk
Flavoring
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (a few drops)
Topping
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add 2 cups of vanilla ice cream and 1 cup of milk to create the creamy base of your shake.
- Add Flavor and Color: Pour in 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract for that refreshing mint flavor, then add a few drops of green food coloring to give the shake its iconic shamrock hue.
- Blend: Blend all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and evenly colored, ensuring a perfectly creamy and minty shake.
- Serve: Pour the shake into glasses, making sure to distribute evenly.
- Top: Garnish each glass with a generous swirl of whipped cream for an indulgent finishing touch.
Notes
- Use full-fat vanilla ice cream for the creamiest texture.
- Adjust peppermint extract to taste; a little goes a long way.
- Green food coloring is optional but adds festive color.
- For a boozy twist, add a splash of crème de menthe or mint liqueur.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Shamrock Shake, Mint Milkshake, St. Patrick's Day Shake, Minty Shake, Vanilla Mint Shake
