Shamrock Shake McDonalds Copycat
A creamy, minty, and perfectly sweet shake that tastes just like the original! Skip the drive-thru and make this festive treat at home in minutes.
Ingredients:
2 cups vanilla ice cream or frozen dessert
1 cups full-fat milk, divided
teaspoon mint extract not peppermint
Green food coloring
Whipped cream for topping
Green sprinkles or sanding sugar for garnish
Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions:
Blend the Shake:
In a blender, combine vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of milk, and mint extract.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Adjust Consistency:
If the shake is too thick, add the remaining cup of milk and blend again.
Get the Perfect Green Color:
Add green food coloring a few drops at a time, blending in between, until you reach your desired shade.
Serve & Garnish:
Pour the shake into glasses.
Top with a generous swirl of whipped cream, sprinkle with green sugar or sprinkles, and place a maraschino cherry on top.
Enjoy!
Grab a straw and sip on this delicious homemade Shamrock Shake!
Notes:
For an extra minty kick, add a bit more mint extractbut be careful, a little goes a long way!
Dairy-Free Version: Swap regular ice cream for a dairy-free alternative and use almond or oat milk.
Make it extra indulgent: Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup before serving!