Description
These Homemade Shamrock Shakes offer an irresistible flavor that’s refreshing and creamy. With simple ingredients like vanilla bean ice cream and mint extract, this delightful treat can brighten up any gathering, making it ideal for celebrations or a quick dessert at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 c. vanilla bean ice cream
- 1 1/2 c. whole milk
- 1 1/2 tsp. mint extract
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 9 drops green food coloring
- whipped cream, cherries, and fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, add the ice cream, whole milk, mint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring.
- Blend the mixture until it becomes thick and creamy, roughly for 30 seconds.
- Pour the blended shake into two tall glasses.
- Top each shake with whipped cream, cherries, and fresh mint sprigs.
Notes
For an extra minty flavor, you can adjust the amount of mint extract to your taste.
Consider using festive straws for serving to enhance presentation during celebrations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
