Homemade Copycat Shamrock Shake (Printable)

A creamy, minty shake with vanilla ice cream and peppermint for a cool, refreshing delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Ice Cream Base

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

→ Optional Toppings

06 - Whipped cream
07 - Maraschino cherries
08 - Green sprinkles

# Directions:

01 - In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring.
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 -
  • Ready in literally five minutes flat, which is dangerous for your self-control
  • Tastes exactly like that seasonal drive-thru favorite but without the mysterious wait until March
  • Completely customizable, from the mint intensity to how over-the-top you go with toppings
02 -
  • Peppermint extract varies wildly between brands—always start with less than you think you need
  • The shake thickens up if it sits too long, so blend and serve immediately for the best texture
  • Spinach sounds bizarre but actually works for natural color if you're avoiding artificial dyes
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes beforehand—restaurant-style touches make everything feel more special
  • If using liquid food coloring, add it before the milk so it disperses more evenly through the ice cream

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