Description
Enjoy a festive and refreshing Shamrock Shake, a creamy mint-flavored milkshake perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a cool, sweet treat. Made with vanilla ice cream, milk, and a hint of mint extract, this shake is topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry for a classic finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Shake Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 10 drops green food coloring
- 1/4 teaspoon mint extract
Toppings
- Whipped cream, for serving
- Sprinkles, for serving
- Maraschino cherries, for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, green food coloring, and mint extract into a blender. Ensure all ingredients are added before blending to create a smooth mixture.
- Blend the Shake: Blend the mixture until it is smooth and evenly mixed, creating a creamy, minty milkshake with a vibrant green color.
- Serve with Toppings: Pour the blended shake into two glasses. Top each with a generous swirl of whipped cream, a sprinkle of colorful sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry for decoration and added sweetness. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier texture; low-fat milk can be substituted but will alter the creaminess.
- Adjust the amount of mint extract to taste, as it can be strong.
- If green food coloring is unavailable, substitute with a small amount of matcha powder for a natural green tint and slight flavor change.
- This recipe serves two and can be doubled for larger groups.
- For a vegan version, substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like coconut milk ice cream and almond milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Shamrock Shake, mint milkshake, St. Patrick's Day treat, green milkshake, mint ice cream shake, festive dessert
