Description
This Copycat Shamrock Shake is a creamy, mint-flavored milkshake that replicates the beloved fast-food favorite. Made with premium vanilla ice cream, real mint extract, and a touch of green food coloring, it’s the perfect festive treat to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at home in just 5 minutes.
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 flavor)
- 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 another scoop of ice cream or a few ice cubes to thicken.
- Decorate glasses (optional) and pour: Drizzle chocolate syrup inside two tall glasses if desired. Then divide and pour the shake evenly between the prepared glasses.
- Serve and garnish: Top each shake with whipped cream, sprinkle with green decorator sugar or sprinkles, and place a maraschino cherry on top if using. Serve immediately and enjoy your festive Shamrock Shake!
Notes
- Use mint extract, not peppermint, for an authentic Shamrock Shake flavor.
- Adjust milk quantity to reach your preferred shake consistency.
- Optional chocolate syrup drizzle adds a decorative touch but can be omitted.
- Whipped cream and sprinkles enhance the festive look and flavor.
- Blend just until smooth to avoid melting the ice cream too much, preserving a thick and creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
