Shamrock Shake
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Shamrock Shake
Description
The Shamrock Shake recipe combines milk, vanilla frozen yogurt, avocado, sweetener, mint extract, and crushed ice in a blender. Blending these ingredients for several minutes creates a thick and icy shake with hints of mint and a creamy texture provided by the avocado. The use of avocado adds body and a subtle richness without overpowering the mild vanilla and mint flavors. The mint extract is specified as distinct from peppermint, contributing a gentle mint presence.
This shake is served immediately after blending, poured into glasses with straws for sipping. It can work as a dessert or refreshing snack. Adjusting the sweetness level with stevia or raw sugar allows the drinker to control the balance between creamy, sweet, and minty notes. The texture is cold and thick, ideal for those who enjoy chilled, creamy beverages with a herbal hint.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk fat free
- 3/4 cup vanilla frozen yogurt 0% fat, or Halo Top ice cream
- 1/3 cup avocado sliced
- stevia a few drops Nu Naturals stevia or 1 tablespoon raw sugar
- 1/4 tsp mint extract (not Peppermint)
- 1 cup ice crushed
Instructions
- Pour the milk, frozen yogurt, avocado, sugar, mint extract and ice into your blender.
- Blend 3-4 minutes until the mixture is thick and icy.
- Pour into two glasses, and serve with a straw. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1695 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 169.5kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 90.5mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 10% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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