Peppermint Vanilla Milkshake
Indulge in the creamy, minty bliss of a Peppermint Vanilla Milkshake, a festive and refreshing treat perfect for any time of year! This quick and easy recipe combines velvety vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and a hint of peppermint extract for a cool, invigorating flavor profile. Add a splash of optional green food coloring for a visually striking, minty-green hue, and top it all off with fluffy whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies for a delightful crunch. Ready in just 5 minutes, this milkshake is the ultimate icy comfort drink, ideal for holiday celebrations, summer afternoons, or simply satisfying a sweet craving. Serve it with a straw and enjoy a beverage that's as fun to sip as it is to create!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 0.5 cups Whipped cream
- 3 tablespoons Peppermint candies (crushed)
- 2 drops Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and crushed ice.
If desired, add 2 drops of green food coloring for a minty-green appearance.
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds.
Taste the milkshake, and if more peppermint flavor is desired, add an additional drop of peppermint extract and blend briefly.
Pour the milkshake evenly into two tall glasses.
Top each milkshake with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for garnish.
Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy the refreshing treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.1 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 394 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 772 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 1144 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
