Homemade Copycat Shamrock Shake (Printable Version)
A rich blend of vanilla, mint, and green coloring creates a cool, refreshing milkshake beverage.
# What You Need:
→ Ice Cream Base
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream, full-fat preferred
→ Dairy
02 - 1 cup whole milk or 2% milk for lighter option
→ Flavorings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
04 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Color
05 - 4-6 drops green food coloring
→ Optional Toppings
06 - Whipped cream for garnish
07 - Maraschino cherries
08 - Green sprinkles
# How to Make It:
01 - Place vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring into blender container.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-60 seconds. Add additional milk in small increments if thinner consistency is preferred.
03 - Taste mixture and adjust peppermint extract or food coloring as needed. Start with 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract and increase gradually to 3/4 teaspoon for stronger mint flavor.
04 - Pour evenly into two tall glasses. Top with whipped cream, maraschino cherry, and green sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately while cold.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You can make it in five minutes flat with ingredients you probably already have
- The peppermint flavor is completely customizable to your taste
02 -
- Peppermint extract strength varies wildly between brands
- These shakes melt faster than you think, so serve right away
03 -
- Let your ice cream soften for five minutes before blending
- Taste before adding more peppermint, you can always add more