Copycat McDonald's Shamrock Shake Recipe
This Copycat McDonald's Shamrock Shake is a deliciously creamy mint-flavored milkshake perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day or whenever you're craving a refreshing minty treat. Made with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring, it's topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for that classic finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Milkshake
- 4 scoops (1/4 cup each) vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 6 drops green food coloring
Topping
- Whipped cream, for topping
- 1 maraschino cherry, for garnish
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring. Blend until the mixture is smooth and evenly colored, creating a creamy and refreshing mint milkshake.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the milkshake into a glass. Top generously with whipped cream and garnish with a maraschino cherry to complete the iconic Shamrock Shake presentation.
Notes
- Adjust the peppermint extract to taste if you prefer a stronger or milder mint flavor.
- If you want a dairy-free version, substitute the milk and ice cream with plant-based alternatives.
- For a thicker shake, use less milk or add more ice cream.
- Green food coloring is optional but gives the shake its signature Shamrock Shake look.