How to Make a Milkshake Without a Blender
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How to Make a Milkshake Without a Blender
Description
The process begins by softening ice cream in a microwave-safe quart-size mason jar for 15 to 30 seconds, making it easier to combine. After softening, milk is added to the jar in measured amounts, along with optional flavor mix-ins like chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, crushed Oreo cookies, or chopped chocolate candies. The lid is placed firmly on the jar before shaking vigorously until smooth.
Any remaining ice cream is stirred and mashed against jar edges to incorporate it fully. The milkshake is then poured into a glass and can be optionally topped with whipped cream for extra creaminess and presentation. This method is simple, bypassing the need for a blender and relying on shaking to combine ingredients effectively.
The recipe is adaptable for various flavors by changing the ice cream base and mix-ins. It is a straightforward, quick technique to prepare a classic milkshake texture and flavor using common kitchen items.
Ingredients
Special Equipment
- Quart-size mason jar with a lid
Milkshake
- 1 1/2 cups Ice cream about 3 scoops, any flavor
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk any percentage
- Whipped Cream optional for topping
Chocolate Milkshake
- 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
Caramel Milkshake
- 2 tablespoons caramel or butterscotch or dulce de leche
Oreo Milkshake
- 3 to 4 Oreo cookies finely crushed
Candy Milkshake
- 3 tablespoons Chocolate Candy finely chopped
Instructions
- Place ice cream in a large, microwave-safe jar. Microwave the ice cream until it begins to melt and you can easily squish it with a spoon, 15 to 30 seconds.
- After your ice cream is softened, add milk and any mix-ins.
- Place lid on the jar and shake vigorously until well-mixed. Take a long spoon and stir any remaining bits of ice cream into the shake, mashing them against the edges of the jar to help them mix.
- Pour shake into a glass, top with whipped cream, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a quart-size mason jar with an airtight lid for shaking the milkshake.
- Microwave ice cream briefly to soften for easier mixing without a blender.
- Shake jar vigorously after adding milk and mix-ins to thoroughly combine ingredients.
- Stir and mash remaining ice cream against jar edges to achieve smooth consistency.
- Optional toppings like whipped cream enhance flavor and texture.
- Nutritional info provided applies to vanilla ice cream milkshake without additional mix-ins.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1milkshake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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