Homemade Milkshakes

With flavors of strawberry, chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter, Nutella, and caramel milkshake—plus the secret to presentation and serving.

See your milkshakes!

Ingredients

For Chocolate Milkshake:

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream

•  1 cup milk

•  3 tablespoons chocolate syrup or cocoa powder

•  Whipped cream (optional)

For Vanilla Milkshake:

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream

•  1 cup milk

•  1 teaspoon vanilla extract

•  Whipped cream (optional)

For Strawberry Milkshake:

• 2 cups strawberry ice cream (or vanilla ice cream + ½ cup fresh strawberries)

•  1 cup milk

•  1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional)

•  Whipped cream (optional)

Peanut Butter Milkshake:

•  2 tbsp peanut butter

•  1 cup milk

•  2 scoops vanilla ice cream

•  1 tbsp honey (optional)

Nutella Milkshake:

•  2 tbsp Nutella

•  1 cup milk

•  2 scoops vanilla ice cream

•  Whipped cream for topping

Caramel Milkshake:

•  1 cup milk

•  2 scoops vanilla ice cream

•  2 tbsp caramel sauce

•  Whipped cream for topping

Before We Start:

•  Use full-fat milk for a richer texture.

•  For a thicker shake, add more ice cream.

•  For a thinner shake, add more milk.

•  Use a high-speed blender for a smooth texture.

•  Chill your glasses before serving for an extra cold milkshake.

Instructions

For Chocolate Milkshake

Step 1: In a blender, add 2 cups of vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of milk, chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, and whipped cream (optional).

Step 2: Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy on low speed.
Transfer the shake into a glass, drizzle chocolate syrup, top with chopped chocolate, add a straw, and enjoy your chocolate milkshake!

For Vanilla Milkshake

Step 1: In a blender, add cups of vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of milk, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Whipped cream is optional for a richer, creamier flavor.
Step 2: Blend until smooth, then transfer it into a glass. Add a straw, sip it, enjoy it, and chill the moment!

For Strawberry Milkshake

Step 1: Add 2 cups of strawberry ice cream (or vanilla ice cream + ½ cup fresh strawberries).
Step 2: Add 1 cup of milk and 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional for sweetness).
Step 3: Blend until smooth on low speed.
Transfer it into a glass, swirl strawberry syrup, add a straw, sip it, and chill!

For Peanut Butter Milkshake

Step 1: In a blender, add peanut butter, 1 cup of milk, 2 scoops of ice cream, and 1 tbsp of honey.
Step 2: Blend on low speed. For a thicker shake, reduce the milk. Once done, transfer it into a glass, add crushed nuts or drizzle syrup on top, attach a straw, sip, and enjoy!

For Nutella Milkshake 

Step 1: In a blender, add Nutella, 1 cup of milk, and 2 scoops of ice cream.
Step 2: Blend until smooth, then transfer it into a glass. Top with whipped cream, use a straw, and enjoy your milkshake!

For Caramel Milkshake

Step 1: Blend 1 cup of milk, 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream, and 2 tbsp caramel sauce.
Step 2: Once blended smoothly, pour into a tall glass, top with caramel and whipped cream, and enjoy!

Serve 

With these milkshakes, you can present them in:

• Mason jars or tall glasses with striped straws.

• Mini dessert plates with brownies (I prefer, but you choose!).

• Topped with chopped chocolate, caramel syrup, or sprinkles.

What Goes Perfectly with Milkshakes

 It’s good to keep an eye on the perfect pairings, so here are some suggestions:

Sweet Treats:

• Brownies

• Cookies (chocolate chip, oatmeal, or peanut butter cookies)

• Doughnuts

• Pancakes or waffles

Savory Snacks:

• French fries

• Cheese sticks or mozzarella sticks

• Popcorn (caramel, butter)

• Mini sandwiches (chicken, cheese, egg)

Fruity & Light Snacks:

• Fresh strawberries, bananas, blueberries

• Granola or nut bars

• Yogurt parfaits

What about..!

Oreo Milkshake?

Okay! Blend milk, vanilla ice cream, and crushed Oreos until smooth. Top with whipped cream to make it more tasty.

Healthy Milkshake?

For healthy milkshakes, use low-fat milk, Greek yogurt, honey, and fresh fruits instead of ice cream for a nutritious option.

Banana Milkshake?

So for this, blend bananas, milk, honey, and ice cubes for a creamy and naturally sweet flavor.

Proteinous Milkshake?

Then you need protein powder! Mix protein powder, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and a banana for a protein-rich drink.

For More Recipes, Check Out:

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• Tiramisu recipe (no eggs & alcohol)

• How to make an (easy) pancake?

• Easy homemade smoothies

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