Mint Milkshake with Cherry (Printer-friendly)

Creamy vanilla and fresh mint blended smooth, topped with a sweet cherry for a refreshing delight.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Flavorings

03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves

→ Sweetener

05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

→ Topping

06 - Whipped cream for garnish
07 - 2 maraschino cherries

# How to Make It:

01 - Place vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, fresh mint leaves, and granulated sugar in blender container.
02 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 45-60 seconds.
03 - Test mixture and modify sweetness or mint intensity by adding small amounts of sugar or extract as needed.
04 - Distribute evenly between two chilled glasses, filling near rim.
05 - Crown each serving with whipped cream swirl and place maraschino cherry on top.
06 - Present immediately accompanied by straws while mixture maintains optimal texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of peppermint extract and fresh mint leaves creates layers of flavor that storebought shakes can never match
  • Ready in under five minutes but tastes like something from a vintage soda fountain
  • Completely customizable thickness based on your milk preference
02 -
  • Overblending can make the mixture thin and watery so stop as soon as everything is incorporated
  • Chilling your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes beforehand keeps the milkshake cold longer
  • Fresh mint leaves should be bruised slightly before blending to release their oils
03 -
  • Use a frozen banana to add creaminess and natural sweetness while keeping it dairy free
  • Add a drop of natural food coloring if you want that classic mint green look without fresh mint