Shamrock Shake
Indulge in the festive charm of a homemade Shamrock Shake! This creamy, minty delight captures the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, inviting you to enjoy its refreshing flavors anytime. Blending rich vanilla ice cream and fresh mint creates a visually stunning treat that’s as delicious as it is vibrant. Top it off with whipped cream and your favorite garnishes for an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1/2 tsp pure mint extract
- 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- In a blender, combine vanilla ice cream and milk; blend until smooth.
- Add mint extract and green food coloring, blending again until well mixed.
- Taste the shake and adjust mint or milk if necessary.
- Pour into tall glasses and top generously with whipped cream.
- Garnish with chocolate syrup or crushed cookies if desired, then serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake (355g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 51g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg