Homemade Copycat Shamrock Shake (Printable)

A creamy mint shake blended with vanilla ice cream and peppermint for a cool, refreshing drink.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream (preferably full-fat)

02 - 1 cup whole milk (or 2% for a lighter option)

03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract

04 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

05 - 4-6 drops green food coloring

06 - Whipped cream

07 - Maraschino cherries

08 - Green sprinkles

01 - In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring.

02 - Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired.

03 - Taste and adjust the peppermint extract or food coloring as needed.

04 - Pour into two tall glasses. Top with whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, and green sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately.

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Its ready in literally five minutes, which is basically magic when everyone wants dessert NOW
You control exactly whats in it, no mystery ingredients or artificial aftertaste

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Peppermint extract is way stronger than you think, so trust me and start with the smaller amount
The spinach trick for natural coloring actually works, but warn your family first or they will be very confused

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Make sure your blender pitcher is completely dry before starting, otherwise the color can look slightly off
If you accidentally overdo the peppermint, add another scoop of plain ice cream to balance it out