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Shamrock Shake

The Shamrock Shake is a fun, classic St. Patrick’s Day treat. This homemade ice cream drink is creamy and refreshing with mint flavor - and you can make it at home with only 3 ingredients, in just a few minutes, any time of year!

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2 milkshakes
Calories: 432 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pint 16 ounces creamy vanilla ice cream
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup crème de menthe syrup - or use ¾ teaspoon pure mint not peppermint extract + ¼ teaspoon green gel food coloring such as Americolor Leaf Green

Instructions

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  1. Add the ice cream, milk, and crème de menthe syrup to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth, about 30-40 seconds. We use a Vitamix, and use the tamper to get the ingredients mixed quickly and smoothly.
  2. Divide between 2 large or 3-4 smaller glasses and add your desired toppings. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Optional toppings: whipped cream, cherries, green sprinkles, chocolate sauce

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 432kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 79mg (3%) Sugar 17g (34%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2milkshakes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 432

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 432kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 79mg 3%
Sugar 17g 34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.