Shamrock shakes are so fun and refreshing. To me, they are one of the many symbols that spring is coming.
If you don’t know what a shamrock shake is, it is a completely American creation. Although its history is somewhat debated, it was invented by Mcdonald’s and has been making people happy and minty on and off for decades. Like many seasonal items, the Shamrock Shake has been known to disappear form menus for periods of time, sometimes even years. To make sure we are never without, here is a super quick and easy recipe to make your own at home!
Shamrock Shake
A deliciously creamy and minty shake for your St. Patricks Day celebrations.
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 8 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream
- 3/4 cup Milk
- 10 Mint Oreos – FILLING ONLY
- 1 Mint Oreo – Full Cookie
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 6 Mint Leaves
- A few drops Green Food Coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender combine your ice cream, milk, oreo filling, oreo, vanilla, and mint in a blender. Blend until smooth. If your shake isn’t quite green, or isn't quite green enough, add in a few drops of your green food coloring, pulsing until blended.
- Pour the mixture into your glass of choice. If you are feeling fancy now is the time to add any crazy (or not crazy) toppings.
- Best enjoyed right away!
Notes
Optional Additional Topping Ideas:
- Green Sprinkles
- Mint or Regular Oreos Crushed Up
- Whipped Cream
- Mini Chocolate Chips
- White Chocolate Shavings
- Melted White Chocolate Drizzle for the glass before adding the shake mixture and/or on top of the whipped cream (if you want even more green add green food coloring to your white chocolate after melting)
- Maraschino Cherries
Photos by Jill Paice @copperandtoddphotography
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