Description
This Copycat Shamrock Shake recipe is a refreshing, creamy mint-flavored milkshake inspired by the classic St. Patrick’s Day treat. Made with vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring, it’s perfect for celebrating with a cool, festive drink garnished with whipped cream and a cherry.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1-2 cups milk (adjust to desired consistency)
- 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (or mint extract, see notes)
- 3-4 drops green food coloring
Garnishes
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Cherry, for garnish
- Honey, for glass decoration
- Green sanding sugar, for glass decoration
Instructions
- Prepare glass decoration: Pour some honey onto a plate and green sanding sugar onto another plate. Dip the rims of your serving glasses into the honey, then immediately dip into the green sanding sugar to coat the edges. Set the glasses aside to allow the coating to set.
- Blend the milkshake: In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring. Blend the mixture until completely smooth and well combined. Adjust the milk quantity to achieve your preferred thickness.
- Serve: Pour the blended shamrock shake into the prepared glasses. Top each milkshake with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a cherry on top for the perfect festive finish.
Notes
- Use peppermint extract for an authentic flavor, though some prefer mint extract for a milder spearmint taste—choose based on preference.
- Start with less extract (about ¼ teaspoon) and add more after tasting to avoid overpowering the shake.
- Begin with fewer drops of food coloring and add more until you reach the desired vibrant green hue. Regular liquid food coloring works best; gel colorings require less.
- This recipe is an update from previous versions that used almond milk and vanilla pudding mix without ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
