Mint Chocolate Chip Shake (Printable Version)

Creamy blend of mint, chocolate chips, and whipped cream creates a cool, sweet, refreshing shake.

# What You Need:

→ Milkshake

01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk or milk alternative
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 2-3 drops green food coloring (optional)

→ Toppings

06 - 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
07 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
08 - Additional chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (optional)
09 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
02 - Combine vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring in a blender. Blend until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Add mini chocolate chips and pulse briefly to distribute throughout while maintaining small chunks.
04 - Pour the blended milkshake into two tall glasses, dividing evenly between servings.
05 - Generously top each milkshake with the prepared whipped cream, creating a lofty crown.
06 - Decorate with additional chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, or fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately with straws.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under five minutes, making it perfect for spontaneous sweet cravings
  • The combination of cool mint and rich chocolate feels like an ice cream shop treat without leaving your kitchen
02 -
  • Over blending the chocolate chips turns your shake muddy in color and gritty in texture
  • Adding too much peppermint extract cannot be fixed, so start with less and adjust gradually
03 -
  • Freeze your chocolate chips for ten minutes before adding them so they stay suspended longer in the shake
  • A drop of vanilla extract alongside the peppermint rounds out the flavor and adds depth

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