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Shamrock Shake recipe topped with whipped cream and green sprinkles

Shamrock Shake

Shamrock Shake recipe made with vanilla ice cream, milk, and mint extract. This creamy mint milkshake is festive, refreshing, and ready in just 10 minutes at home.
Servings 2 shakes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Equipment

  • blender
  • measuring cups
  • serving glasses

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1/4 tsp mint extract (adjust to taste)
  • 9 drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
  • 2 tbsp whipped cream
  • 1/2 tsp green sugar sprinkles

Instructions

  • Place vanilla ice cream, milk, mint extract, and green food coloring into a blender.
  • Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
  • Drizzle chocolate syrup inside two tall glasses.
  • Pour the blended shake evenly into the glasses.
  • Top with whipped cream and green sugar sprinkles.
  • Serve immediately while thick and cold.

Notes

Adjust mint extract carefully, as a small amount provides strong flavor.
Use high-quality vanilla ice cream for the creamiest texture.
Chill glasses beforehand for a thicker shake.
For a dairy-free version, use plant-based ice cream and milk.
Best served immediately after blending.

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 183mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 1gSugar: 45gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 310mgIron: 0.5mg
Author: Emma Novich
Calories: 412kcal
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
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