Shamrock Mint Milkshake Cherry (Printable View)
Vibrant green milkshake blended with mint and vanilla, garnished with whipped cream and cherry topping.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk or milk of choice
→ Flavorings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure mint extract
04 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - 2-3 drops green food coloring, optional
→ Toppings
06 - Whipped cream for garnish
07 - 2 maraschino cherries
08 - Green sprinkles, optional
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place vanilla ice cream, milk, mint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring into blender canister.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-45 seconds.
03 - Taste test the mixture and add additional mint extract or food coloring if desired to achieve preferred intensity and color.
04 - Distribute blended milkshake evenly between two chilled tall glasses.
05 - Top each serving with a generous dollop of whipped cream, one maraschino cherry, and sprinkle with green decorations if using.
06 - Serve immediately with straws while chilled and frothy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The cool mint flavor feels like drinking a cloud
- Ready in literally five minutes flat
- That bright green color makes everyone smile instantly
02 -
- Mint extract is incredibly potent add too much and your milkshake becomes medicine
- The food coloring is completely about aesthetics skip it if you prefer natural drinks
- Chilled glasses make a surprising difference in how long these stay perfectly cold
03 -
- Blend on low speed first to break up the ice cream then switch to high for smoothness
- Rinse your blender immediately after pouring or the mint smell lingers for days