Description
Indulge in the festive spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with this delightful Shamrock Shake! This creamy, minty treat combines rich vanilla ice cream with fresh mint leaves to create a refreshing experience that captures the essence of the holiday. Its vibrant green color adds a playful touch to any celebration, making it perfect for gatherings or simply treating yourself. Topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of green, this shake is not only delicious but visually appealing too. Easy to make in just a few minutes, it promises to impress your family and friends alike. Gather your ingredients, blend them up, and toast to the luck of the Irish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup milk (whole or dairy-free)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Green sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- In a blender, combine vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using). Blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding sugar or more peppermint extract if desired; blend briefly to mix.
- Pour into tall glasses, filling them three-quarters full. Top generously with whipped cream and sprinkle green decorations on top.
- Serve immediately with a straw for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- For a mint chocolate twist, add chocolate syrup while blending.
- Use dairy-free ice cream for a vegan option.
- Chill glasses beforehand for extra refreshment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake (340g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg