🍀 Shamrock Shake (McDonald’s Copycat) 🥤✨
A creamy, minty, and perfectly sweet shake that tastes just like the original—made at home in minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream or frozen dessert
- 1 1/2 cups full-fat milk, divided
- 1/4 tsp mint extract (not peppermint)
- Green food coloring
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Green sprinkles or sanding sugar (for garnish)
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Blend Shake: In a blender, combine ice cream, 1 cup milk, and mint extract. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If too thick, add remaining 1/2 cup milk and blend again.
- Color: Add green food coloring a few drops at a time, blending until desired shade.
- Serve & Garnish: Pour into glasses. Top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry.
Notes
- For extra minty flavor, add a touch more mint extract (use sparingly).
- Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free ice cream and almond or oat milk.
- Make it indulgent: Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup before serving.
Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: ~5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Kcal: ~300 kcal per serving
✨ A festive, minty shake that brings St. Patrick’s Day cheer to your kitchen!