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Shamrock Shake

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No need to wait until Saint Patrick’s Day this homemade Shamrock Shake is creamy, minty, and perfect anytime. Top with whipped cream, green sprinkles, and a cherry for the classic look.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon mint extract (not peppermint)
  • Green food coloring
  • Whipped cream, for topping
  • Green sprinkles or sanding sugar, for topping
  • Maraschino cherries, for topping

Instructions

  1. Add ice cream, 1 cup milk, and mint extract to blender; blend on high until smooth.
  2. Add remaining 1/2 cup milk if shake is too thick.
  3. Add green food coloring a few drops at a time and blend to desired color.
  4. Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.

Notes

  • Use half-and-half instead of milk for an extra creamy shake.
  • Dairy-free option: use coconut milk ice cream and coconut whipped cream.
  • Optional: drizzle chocolate syrup for a chocolatey twist.
  • Boozy version: add vodka or creme de menthe.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage, Dessert
  • Method: Blended
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shake
  • Calories: 386
  • Sugar: 37 g
  • Sodium: 184 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Cholesterol: 76 mg