Description
This homemade Shamrock Shake is a festive and refreshing mint-flavored vanilla milkshake that’s perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or anytime you crave a cool, creamy treat. Made with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, and a hint of green food coloring, it’s easy to whip up and can be garnished with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for an extra indulgent touch.
Ingredients
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Milkshake:
- 1 cup vanilla ice cream (150g)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (114g)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1-2 drops green food coloring
Optional Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a blender, add the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring. Ensure all ingredients are ready and measured.
- Blend: Blend the mixture until smooth and the shake reaches your desired shade of green.
- Serve: Pour the shake into a glass of your choice.
- Optional garnish: Top the shake with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Shamrock Shake.
Notes
- For a thicker milkshake, reduce the amount of whole milk to ⅓ cup.
- Use pure peppermint extract for the best authentic flavor; adjust to taste for stronger or milder mintiness.
- Green food coloring is optional and can be adjusted for preferred color intensity.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 milkshake
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
