Mint Milkshake Maraschino Cherry (Printer-friendly)
Cool, creamy mint milkshake crowned with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dairy Base
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk
→ Flavorings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure mint extract
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - Green food coloring (optional)
→ Garnish
06 - Whipped cream
07 - 2 maraschino cherries with stems
# How to Make It:
01 - Add vanilla ice cream, whole milk, mint extract, sugar, and food coloring (if using) to blender canister.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 45-60 seconds.
03 - Taste milkshake and add additional sugar or mint extract if desired to achieve preferred sweetness and intensity.
04 - Pour evenly into two chilled serving glasses.
05 - Generously top each glass with whipped cream, creating a tall swirl.
06 - Place one maraschino cherry on top of each milkshake and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Ready in under five minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The perfect balance of creamy and refreshing without being overpowering
02 -
- Overblending can make the shake thin and watery, so stop as soon as it's smooth
- Mint extract varies wildly by brand, always start with less and add more gradually
03 -
- Leave the ice cream out for five minutes before blending for easier processing
- Rinse the blender immediately with warm water to prevent sticky residue