Homemade Creamy Mint Shake (Printable Version)
Smooth mint and vanilla shake with refreshing creaminess, perfect for a cool, tasty indulgence.
# 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 - Combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring in a blender.
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.
05 - Top with whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, and green sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Takes literally five minutes from idea to first sip
- You control the mint intensity so it stays refreshing not overwhelming
- Tastes exactly like childhood but with real ingredients you can pronounce
02 -
- Over blending introduces air bubbles that make the shake frothy instead of creamy
- Room temperature ice cream melts too fast creating a watery texture
- Skip the spinach color hack unless you want earthy tasting swamp water
03 -
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for ten minutes so shakes stay cold longer
- Make extra peppermint simple syrup in advance for sweeter mint flavor without extract harshness