Creamy Mint Chocolate Chip Shamrock Shake
A quick and easy homemade shamrock shake with creamy vanilla ice cream, refreshing mint extract, and bursts of mini chocolate chips. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want a festive, minty treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) vanilla ice cream, preferably full-fat
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (can substitute almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 3–5 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1/4 cup (45 grams) mini chocolate chips, semi-sweet or dark
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Add 2 cups vanilla ice cream and 1 cup whole milk to the blender. Blend on medium speed for 20-30 seconds until smooth but thick.
- Add 1 teaspoon peppermint extract and blend for 10 seconds to combine. Start with half a teaspoon if unsure, then add more after tasting.
- Add 3-5 drops green food coloring if desired and pulse briefly until color is even.
- Remove blender lid and gently fold in 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips with a spoon to keep them intact.
- Pour the shake into tall serving glasses.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with extra chocolate chips or fresh mint leaves.
Notes
Let ice cream soften for 5 minutes before blending for best texture. Fold in chocolate chips at the end to prevent sinking. Adjust mint extract carefully to avoid overpowering flavor. For a thicker shake, add more ice cream; for thinner, add more milk. Freeze glasses ahead for a colder shake. Can be made dairy-free or low-sugar with substitutions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large glass
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 3035
- Fat: 1822
- Carbohydrates: 4045
- Protein: 68
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