Homemade Copycat Shamrock Shake (Printable)
A creamy, minty blend with vanilla ice cream and peppermint for a cool green treat.
# What You Need:
→ Ice Cream
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream (preferably full-fat)
→ Dairy
02 - 1 cup whole milk (or 2% for a lighter option)
→ Flavorings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
04 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Color
05 - 4–6 drops green food coloring
→ Toppings (optional)
06 - Whipped cream
07 - Maraschino cherries
08 - Green sprinkles
# How to Make It:
01 - In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired.
03 - Taste and adjust the peppermint extract or food coloring as needed.
04 - Pour into two tall glasses. Top with whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, and green sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Ready in under five minutes with zero cooking required
- Customizable mint intensity lets you dial in the perfect flavor
- Way more budget friendly than hitting the drive-thru
02 -
- Peppermint extract strength varies wildly between brands, so always taste as you go
- Over-blending can thin the shake too much, so stop once everything is incorporated
03 -
- Softened ice cream blends faster and more smoothly than rock hard frozen
- Make these right before serving since they lose their fluffy texture if sitting too long