Homemade Shamrock Shake
This homemade shamrock shake is an easy McDonalds Copycat recipe that the whole family can enjoy! Made in the comfort of your own kitchen you can avoid the waiting lines and traffic but still get that classic green Irish shake you crave.
Servings: 2 tall glasses
Calories: 523kcal
Cost: Recipe $1.06 / Serving $0.53
Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream ($1.26)
- 1 ½ cups whole milk ($0.30)
- ¼ teaspoon mint extract ($0.02)
- 6 drops green food coloring ($0.02)
- whipped cream, for garnish
Instructions
- Blend. Add the vanilla ice cream, milk, mint extract, and green food coloring to a blender. Blend until smooth and fully combined, with no streaks remaining.
- Serve. Divide the milkshake between drinking glasses. Top with whipped cream and serve immediately.
Notes
- Milk. Whole milk gives the creamiest texture, but half and half or non-dairy milk can be used.
- Mint extract. Peppermint extract may be used for a stronger candy-cane flavor.
- Color. Adjust food coloring as needed to reach your desired shade of green.
- Variations. Frozen yogurt can replace ice cream for a lighter option.
Nutrition
Serving: 1glass | Calories: 523kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 1130IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 460mg | Iron: 1mg
