Shamrock Shake

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McDonald’s shamrock shake is cool, creamy, and refreshing. Our homemade version delivers that same green color, minty taste and fabulous mouthfeel. Make this St. Patrick’s Day drink for half the cost compared to McDonald’s.

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Around February 20th, this iconic St. Patrick’s Day milkshake makes a special appearance on McDonald’s menu. This much-anticipated seasonal drink has delighted customers since the 1970’s. Traditionally, it stays on the menu until a week after St. Patrick’s Day.

If you’re a fan of this luscious green shake, there’s no need to panic when it disappears from the Micky D’s menu. With this super easy recipe, you can make one whenever you’d like in just 5 minutes with 4 basic ingredients.

Because making a shamrock shake from scratch won’t break the bank, it’s the ideal drink for springtime events and parties. Especially during the month of March. It’s a delicious way to celebrate the luck of the Irish! ☘️

INGREDIENT COMPARISON: Here’s a link to what’s in the green Micky D’s drink 👉🏻 McDonald’s Shamrock Shake. It’s not wholesome, old-fashioned, or basic like ours. It’s packed with a long list of fast-food ingredients we’d rather not think about. Compare it to our list of simple ingredients below.

🛒 INGREDIENTS

Shamrock Shake

• Vanilla Ice Cream: This is the base of our milkshake. I recommend classic vanilla or vanilla bean ice cream. But mint chip ice cream will also work. For the best flavor, be sure to select a good-quality brand.
• Whole Milk: Helps thin out the drink to the desired consistency. For a thicker shake, add less. For a thinner shake, add more.
• Peppermint Extract: The key ingredient for a mint-flavored shake.
• Green Gel Food Coloring: Delivers a classic green St. Patrick’s Day color. Achieve the ideal shade with AmeriColor Leaf Green.

Optional Toppings

• Whipped Cream: Adds to the thick luscious texture and creamy rich flavor. Homemade whipped cream always tastes best, but you can save time using store-bought aerosol whipped cream instead.
• Candy Sprinkles: Use green jimmies, special shamrock-shaped sprinkles, or edible gold stars.
• Chocolate Sauce: Is a traditional ice cream and milkshake topping.
• Maraschino Cherries: Adds a vibrant festive look.

how to make a shamrock shake

• STEP 1: In the container of a high-speed blender, add vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green gel food coloring.

• STEP 2: Blend briefly until smooth – about 30 seconds. Divide the milkshake between 4 small glasses, or 2 large glasses. If desired, top each drink with a generous dollop of whipped cream, green candy sprinkles or edible gold stars, and a stemmed maraschino cherry.

🤔 RECIPE FAQ

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👩🏻‍🍳 MORE ST. PATRICK’S DAY EATS

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these delicious comforting recipes. Each meal and dessert is easy to make, and brims with the luck of the Irish. Save your favorites for later. Pin them to Pinterest.

• Corned Beef and Cabbage
• Guinness Corned Beef Sliders
• Guinness Shepherd’s Pie
• Irish Soda Bread
• Mint Chocolate Cupcakes
• Mint Brownies
• St. Patrick’s Day Jello Cups

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Flavor testers rated this the best shamrock shake recipe. They said it tastes even better than the green milkshake served at McDonald’s. The luscious creamy texture, and the delicious minty flavor made it a winner with all.

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