Description
A festive and nostalgic minty milkshake that combines creamy vanilla ice cream with peppermint essence, perfect for celebrations and special treats.
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Place the vanilla ice cream in the blender bowl.
- Pour the milk over the ice cream.
- Add the peppermint extract.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring, if using.
- Secure the blender lid and pulse to combine.
- Blend on medium speed until the mixture turns smooth and creamy.
- Stop the blender and check consistency; blend a few more seconds if needed.
- Pour the shake into chilled glasses.
- Top each shake with a generous swirl of whipped cream.
- Add a maraschino cherry to each glass as garnish.
- Serve the shakes immediately and enjoy.
Notes
For best taste, serve immediately after blending. You can make variations with chocolate or lighter alternatives. Chill glasses beforehand for a thicker shake.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American