Making a milkshake is super simple, you really only need two ingredients but do you know the perfect ratio? It can be a little disappointing to drink a milkshake that is closer to the consistency of a juice or a milkshake that’s so thick you can’t get it through the straw.
So today I’m sharing how to make the perfect milkshake and you can use it as a guide to customize whatever flavor you’d like to make. Not a fan of milkshakes when it’s cool out? Try my Hot Chocolate Bombs or my classic Hot Chocolate instead!
Ice cream – full-fat ice cream will yield the creamiest and smoothest milkshake. Low-fat ice cream just isn’t the same! Choose the highest quality ice cream you’re able to find in stores.
Milk – use whatever milk you have at home. Just keep in mind that the higher the fat percentage of your milk, the creamier your milkshake will be. I use whole milk.
Toppings – take your pick on your toppings. I love adding whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.
You can easily change the flavor with a few simple swaps. For example, you can use different ice cream flavors such as strawberry, chocolate, mint chocolate chip, chocolate peanut butter, matcha green tea, and more! The options are endless. You can also change the milk as well for chocolate milk, strawberry milk, banana milk, or whatever flavored milk you have at your local grocery store.
Some ideas for topping your milkshakes include chocolate syrup, strawberry syrup, caramel sauce, crushed cookies, sliced nuts, fresh fruit, and candy. If you’re feeling especially indulgent, you can try my Freakshake. If you’ve got extra time, you can try to make my homemade marshmallows to top your drink with.
If you don’t have a blender, you can use a food processor. If you don’t have a food processor, then you can use a stand mixer to beat the ingredients together.
If you’ve tried this Milkshake recipe then don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know how you got on in the comments below, I love hearing from you!
Milkshake
If you’re looking for the perfect milkshake, look no further than our easy recipe. All you need is a blender, ice cream and milk to create this classic dessert.
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Yield: 1 serving(s)
Nutrition Facts: calories 217 Calories, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 93 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 23 g, Protein 5 g
Ingredients:
- 4 large scoops (about 1 1/2 c.) vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 c. milk
- Whipped topping, for garnish
- Sprinkles, for garnish
- Maraschino cherry, for garnish
Instruction:
- In a blender, blend together ice cream and milk.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with whipped topping, sprinkles, and a cherry.
How to Make a Milkshake
Making milkshakes at home has never been easier. Here’s how to make a milkshake that is the perfect consistency.
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Yield: 1
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 720 kcal, Carbohydrate 81 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 38 g, Saturated Fat 24 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 73 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 5 scoops ice cream (about 1 ¾ cups)
- ¼ cup milk
Instruction:
- Combine the ice cream and milk in a blender and blend on low until smooth.
- Pour into a cup and garnish with whipped cream, sprinkles and a cherry if desired.
Milkshakes: How to Make
How to make a milkshake: all your favorite flavors, like vanilla, strawberry and chocolate versions. Each recipe makes one milkshake–scale up as needed.
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Serving Size: 1
Nutrition Facts: calories 805 calories, Carbohydrate 115 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 97 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 32 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Saturated Fat 19 grams saturated fat, servingSize 1, Sodium 372 milligrams sodium, Sugar 80 grams sugar, Trans Fat 0 grams trans fat, unSaturated Fat 9 grams unsaturated fat
Ingredients:
- 3 scoops chocolate ice cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons malted milk powder (optional)
- 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons malted milk powder (optional)
- 3 scoops strawberry ice cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- whipped cream
- hot fudge sauce
- sprinkles
- Maraschino cherries
Instruction:
1. Make each flavor one at a time in the blender: combine the ice cream, milk and malted milk powder (if using) or strawberries in the blender. 2. Blend on high speed until smooth. 3. Pour into a glass and serve with any toppings of your choice.
How to Make a Milkshake
A creamy, delicious milkshake is perfect anytime. Sharing all my tips for how to make a milkshake combining your favorite flavor ice cream and milk.
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Yield: 1
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 1196 kcal, Carbohydrate 181 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 47 g, Saturated Fat 13 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Sodium 663 mg, Sugar 96 g, unSaturated Fat 25 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 2 cups ice cream (flavor of choice)
- 1/2 cup milk (white or chocolate)
- whipped cream
- cherry
Instruction:
- Add ice cream and milk to blender.
- Blend until smooth and thick.
- Put into glass and garnish with whipped cream and a cherry
5 Easy Milkshake Recipes
FAQ
Is a milkshake just ice cream and milk?
How to make milkshake step by step?
- Soften the ice cream and chill the glass. Take the ice cream out of the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes before use. …
- Measure the ingredients. 1 cup ice cream to 1/4 cup milk is a great ratio.
- Blend the shake. In a blender, combine the milk and ice cream and blend until smooth. …
- Serve.
What is the secret of a good milkshake?
Should you put ice cubes in a milkshake?
