Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or any occasion with this delightful Shamrock Shake. This minty treat, made with vanilla ice cream, a hint of mint extract, and a touch of green food coloring, is as festive as it is delicious. Top it off with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- ¾ cup very cold whole milk
- ½ –1 tsp mint extract (NOT peppermint)
- Green food coloring
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles of your choice
- Maraschino cherries for topping
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: Place the ice cream, milk, mint extract, and green food coloring in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Taste and Color: Add additional mint extract and/or more food coloring until the desired taste and color is achieved.
- Serve: Pour the shake into glasses, top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry. Serve chilled.
Quick and Easy Preparation
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 2
Notes
Serving Tips:
- Chill Your Glasses: For an extra frosty treat, chill your glasses in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes before serving the shake.
- Add Extra Toppings: Customize your Shamrock Shake with additional toppings like chocolate shavings, crushed cookies, or a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.
- Perfect Timing: Serve the shake immediately after blending to enjoy its creamy, thick texture. If it sits too long, it may start to melt.
Storage Tips:
- Short-Term Storage: If you need to store the shake for a short period, place it in the freezer. However, be aware that the texture may change slightly, and you might need to blend it again before serving.
- Avoid Long-Term Storage: It’s best to consume the shake fresh. The ice cream and milk mixture can separate and lose its creamy consistency if stored for too long.
- Pre-Make Ingredients: To save time, you can pre-measure the ice cream and milk and keep them ready in the freezer and refrigerator, respectively. When you’re ready to make the shake, just add the pre-measured ingredients to the blender along with the mint extract and food coloring.
By following these serving and storage tips, you can ensure your Shamrock Shake is always a refreshing, minty delight!
