Unusually Good Shakes
Treat yourself to a uniquely indulgent delight with these "Unusually Good Shakes," a recipe that blends creamy vanilla ice cream, rich peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, and frozen banana for a decadently smooth texture. Enhanced with a hint of espresso powder for a subtle coffee kick and sweetened naturally with maple syrup, this milkshake is as sophisticated as it is satisfying. In just 10 minutes, you can create a gourmet dessert drink that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed pretzels to add a sweet-and-salty crunch, elevating every sip into an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re craving a creamy treat or impressing guests with a fancy twist on dessert, these milkshakes will surpass expectations and keep everyone coming back for more. Perfect for those searching for creative milkshake recipes or flavor-packed drink ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- 1 large bananas, frozen and sliced
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- optional (as desired) whipped cream
- optional (as desired for garnish) crushed pretzels
Instructions
1. Add the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, frozen banana slices, espresso powder, and maple syrup to a blender.
2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender if necessary.
3. Taste the shake and adjust sweetness by adding a little more maple syrup if desired. Blend once more to combine.
4. Pour the milkshake evenly into two glasses.
5. Top with whipped cream, if using, and garnish with a sprinkle of crushed pretzels for a sweet-and-salty twist.
6. Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your Unusually Good Shake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.1 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 138 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 725 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1635 mg | 35% | |
*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.
