Copycat Shamrock Shake Recipe
This Copycat Shamrock Shake is a refreshing and creamy mint-flavored treat, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or whenever you’re craving a cool, festive dessert. Made with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, pure mint extract, and a hint of green food coloring, it replicates the classic fast-food favorite with an easy homemade twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Shake Ingredients
- 6 cups vanilla ice cream (1.5 quart container)
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 tsp pure mint extract (preferably mint, not peppermint)
- 1/8 tsp green food coloring (about 10–15 drops liquid food coloring)
For Serving
- Whipped cream
- Green sanding or sparkling sugar
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, pure mint extract, and green food coloring to a large blender. If your blender is not very large or powerful, you may need to do this step in batches to avoid overflow and ensure smooth blending.
- Blend Smoothly: Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, with no ice cream lumps remaining. The shake should have a vibrant green color and a consistent texture throughout.
- Serve: Pour the freshly blended shamrock shake into serving glasses. Top each shake generously with whipped cream, sprinkle with green sanding sugar for extra sparkle and color, and finish with a maraschino cherry on top for a classic visual and flavor touch.
Notes
- Use pure mint extract rather than peppermint extract for a more authentic shamrock shake flavor.
- Adjust the amount of green food coloring to reach your preferred shade of green.
- If you want a thicker shake, reduce the milk slightly or add more ice cream.
- This recipe serves about 4 large shakes depending on glass size.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute vegan vanilla ice cream and plant-based milk.
Keywords: Shamrock Shake, Mint Shake, St. Patrick's Day, Copycat Recipe, Vanilla Ice Cream Shake, Mint Milkshake
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