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Shamrock Shake Recipe

Lyne Proulx
Try this Shamrock Shake recipe and bring festive cheer to your St. Patrick's Day celebration with a minty treat.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course beverages
Cuisine American, Canadian, irish
Servings 1 shake
Calories 623 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender
  • 1 Tall Glass

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 to 3/4 cup
  • 1/4 teaspoon mint extract
  • 5 -10 drops green food colouring
  • Whipped cream optional
  • Maraschino cherries optional

Instructions
 

  • Gather your ingredients: Ensure that you have all the necessary items on hand, including the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, mint extract, and green food colouring.
  • Blend the shake: In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, mint extract, and green food colouring. Blend the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy.
  • Adjust the consistency: Depending on your personal preference, you can adjust the consistency of the shake by adding more or less milk. If you prefer a thicker shake, use less milk; if you prefer a thinner consistency, add more milk.
  • Prepare the glasses: Grab your serving glasses and give them a quick rinse to ensure they are clean and ready for the Shamrock Shake.
  • Pour and top: Carefully pour the blended Shamrock Shake into the prepared glasses. If desired, top the shake with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
  • Serve and enjoy: Your homemade Shamrock Shake is now ready to be savoured! Serve it chilled and enjoy the refreshing, minty-green delight.

Notes

Tips for the Perfect Shamrock Shake

  1. Use high-quality ingredients: Opt for premium vanilla ice cream and whole milk for the best texture and flavour.
  2. Adjust the mint extract: Start with a smaller amount of mint extract, such as 1/4 teaspoon, and gradually increase it to your desired level of minty flavour. G
  3. Get the right green colour: Add the colouring gradually, starting with just a few drops, until you achieve the vibrant green colour you desire.
  4. Blend thoroughly: Make sure to blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy, without any ice cream chunks or lumps.
  5. Chill the glasses: For an extra-frosty and refreshing experience, chill your serving glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before pouring the Shamrock Shake.
  6. Top it off: Finish your Shamrock Shake with a dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for a classic and festive presentation.

Nutrition

Calories: 623kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 13gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 258mgPotassium: 710mgFiber: 2gSugar: 62gVitamin A: 1309IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 488mgIron: 0.2mg
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