Description
This Copycat Shamrock Shake is a creamy and refreshing mint-flavored milkshake that perfectly mimics the fast-food favorite. Made with premium vanilla ice cream, real mint extract, and vibrant green food coloring, it's a perfect treat for St. Patrick's Day or any time you want a delicious minty dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Shake Ingredients
- 2 cups premium vanilla ice cream
- 2/3 cup whole milk (adjust if needed)
- 1/4 teaspoon mint extract (or more to taste; NOT peppermint for authentic taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8-9 drops green food coloring
Optional Garnishes
- Chocolate syrup (for glass drizzle)
- Whipped cream
- Green decorator sugar and/or sprinkles
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Blend the shake: In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, mint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the shake is too thick, add a splash more milk. If too thin, blend in an additional scoop of ice cream or a few ice cubes until the desired consistency is reached.
- Decorate glasses (optional) and pour: If desired, drizzle chocolate syrup around the inside of two tall glasses to create a decorative effect. Then, divide the blended shake evenly between the prepared glasses.
- Serve and garnish: Top each milkshake with whipped cream, sprinkle with green decorator sugar or sprinkles, and place a maraschino cherry on top if using. Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, minty shamrock treat!
Notes
- Use mint extract instead of peppermint extract to achieve the authentic Shamrock Shake flavor.
- Adjust the thickness of the shake by adding more ice cream or milk as needed.
- Chocolate syrup drizzle on the glass is optional but adds a nice visual and flavor touch.
- Garnish with whipped cream and a cherry for the classic presentation.
- Best served immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
