Description
This Homemade Shamrock Shake is a delightful, minty green milkshake inspired by the classic McDonald’s Shamrock Shake. Perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or whenever you crave a cool, refreshing treat, this shake combines creamy vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and a hint of mint extract to create a smooth, festive beverage. Topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, it’s a nostalgic dessert that’s easy to make at home in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shake Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon mint extract (not peppermint extract)
- Green food coloring, a few drops
Optional Toppings
- Whipped topping
- Maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender on medium-low speed, add 3 cups of vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of whole milk, ½ teaspoon of mint extract, and a few drops of green food coloring. Blend the mixture until it is smooth and evenly colored.
- Serve: Pour the shake into two tall glasses. Optionally, top each shake with whipped topping and a maraschino cherry for the classic Shamrock Shake presentation.
Notes
- Use mint extract instead of peppermint extract to get the authentic Shamrock Shake flavor.
- Adjust the green food coloring to reach your preferred shade of green.
- For a thinner shake, add a bit more milk and blend again.
- To make it vegan, substitute dairy ice cream and milk with plant-based alternatives.
