This Peppermint Milkshake is a festive and refreshing treat that’s perfect for the holiday season or any time you’re craving a minty delight. It’s creamy, cool, and bursting with peppermint flavor.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🍦 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 🥛 1 cup whole milk
- 🌿 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 🍬 2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (plus extra for garnish)
- 🍦 Whipped cream (for topping)
- 🍫 Chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzling)
- 🍬 Peppermint candies or candy canes (for garnish)
📝 Directions:
- Blend the Milkshake:
- In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, and crushed peppermint candies. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Adjust Consistency:
- If the milkshake is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again until you reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add a bit more ice cream.
- Serve:
- Pour the peppermint milkshake into glasses.
- Garnish:
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired.
- Sprinkle extra crushed peppermint candies over the whipped cream.
- Garnish with a whole peppermint candy or candy cane.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your festive Peppermint Milkshake!
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- For a chocolate peppermint twist, you can add a tablespoon of chocolate syrup to the blender along with the other ingredients.
- You can also use peppermint ice cream instead of vanilla ice cream for an even more intense peppermint flavor.
- This milkshake is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special treat during the winter months.