Easy
Thick Vanilla Milkshake
A spoon-standing shake made with just ice cream, milk and vanilla.
The short version. Blend three big scoops of vanilla ice cream with half a cup of cold milk and a splash of vanilla until just smooth. Use less milk for a thicker shake.
Scaling is exact math. For a fraction of an egg, beat the egg and measure out that fraction.
Ingredients
Shake
- 3 scoops vanilla ice cream (firm, straight from the freezer)
- ½ cup cold milk
- ½ tsp vanilla
Directions
- Add the milk and vanilla to the blender first, then the ice cream on top.
- Blend on low just until smooth, about 20 to 30 seconds. Over-blending warms the shake and thins it.
- Pour into a chilled glass. Top with whipped cream and a cherry if you like.
Tips
- Chill the glass in the freezer for 10 minutes first. It keeps the shake thick longer.
- For chocolate, add two tablespoons of chocolate syrup. For malted, add two tablespoons of malted milk powder.
Questions
My shake is too thin. How do I fix it?
Blend in another scoop of ice cream. Next time start with less milk and add it a splash at a time.
Cooking involves heat and sharp tools. Kids cook with an adult. Times and temperatures are guides, so use your own judgment and a thermometer, and watch for allergens.