Red White Blue Milk Shakes
Celebrate any patriotic occasion or summer gathering with these show-stopping Red, White, and Blue Milk Shakes! Bursting with vibrant layers of creamy vanilla ice cream blended with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and milk, this recipe captures the essence of fresh, fruity decadence in every sip. The distinct red, white, and blue layers are achieved with a simple layering method, delivering a visually stunning dessert that's as fun to make as it is to enjoy. Topped with fluffy whipped cream, colorful sprinkles, and optional fresh fruit garnishes, these milk shakes are perfect for Fourth of July celebrations, Memorial Day cookouts, or simply adding a festive flair to your day. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe pairs deliciously indulgent flavors with effortless preparation, making it your go-to dessert for impressing family and friends!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Vanilla ice cream
- 2 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Fresh strawberries (hulled) or strawberry syrup
- 1.5 cups Fresh blueberries or blueberry syrup
- 1 can Whipped cream
- 0.25 cup Red sprinkles (optional)
- 0.25 cup Blue sprinkles (optional)
- 0.25 cup Fresh strawberry slices (optional garnish)
- 0.25 cup Fresh blueberries (optional garnish)
Instructions
Divide the vanilla ice cream into three equal portions, approximately 2 cups each.
In a blender, combine the first portion of vanilla ice cream with 1/2 cup of milk and the fresh strawberries (or strawberry syrup). Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Pour this red layer into four tall glasses, dividing it evenly. Place the glasses in the freezer to firm up for about 5 minutes.
Rinse the blender jar and add the second portion of vanilla ice cream with 1/2 cup of milk. Blend until smooth to create the white layer. Carefully pour this over the red layer in the glasses, using a spoon to slow the pour and keep the layers distinct. Place the glasses back into the freezer for another 5 minutes.
Rinse the blender jar again and blend the final portion of vanilla ice cream with 1/2 cup of milk and the fresh blueberries (or blueberry syrup). Blend until smooth and pour this blue layer over the white layer in the glasses. Be gentle to maintain the layered look.
Top each milk shake with whipped cream, then garnish with red and blue sprinkles, fresh strawberry slices, and blueberries as desired.
Serve immediately with a straw and long spoon. Enjoy your festive Red, White, and Blue Milk Shakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.8 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.4 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 642 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 847 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 413.6 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 336.8 g | ||
| Protein | 51.6 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.1 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1740 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 3086 mg | 66% | |
*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.
