Homemade Copycat Shamrock Shake (Printable Format)
Cool, creamy shake blending mint, vanilla, and whipped cream for a refreshing indulgence.
# What You Need:
→ Ice Cream
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream, preferably full-fat
→ Dairy
02 - 1 cup whole milk, or 2% milk for lighter consistency
→ Flavorings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
04 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Color
05 - 4-6 drops green food coloring
→ Toppings
06 - Whipped cream
07 - Maraschino cherries
08 - Green sprinkles
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring into blender canister.
02 - Blend on high speed until mixture becomes completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-45 seconds. Add additional milk 1 tablespoon at a time if thinner consistency is preferred.
03 - Taste shake and adjust peppermint extract or food coloring as desired. Remember peppermint extract is potent, add no more than 1/4 teaspoon additional.
04 - Pour evenly between two tall glasses. Top immediately with whipped cream, maraschino cherry, and green sprinkles. Serve cold.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Ready in five minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your freezer and fridge right now
- The peppermint-to-vanilla ratio hits that nostalgic sweet spot without being overpowering or artificial
- Completely customizable from light and sippable to thick and spoonable depending on your mood
02 -
- Peppermint extract is much stronger than vanilla, so respect the half-teaspoon starting point or your shake will taste like toothpaste
- Food coloring intensifies as the shake sits, so go lighter than you think initially
- These separate faster than restaurant versions, so serve immediately after pouring
03 -
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep shakes colder longer
- If making ahead, blend everything except the ice cream, then add ice cream just before serving