Peppermint Milkshake Recipe

Peppermint milkshake served in a glass and topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.

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Peppermint Milkshake Recipe

Celebrate the holidays with this creamy peppermint milkshake, a festive, minty-sweet treat that’s ready in just minutes!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Dessert, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

2 cups vanilla ice cream
½ cup milk
¼ cup candy cane, crushed
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
whipped cream

Instructions

Add ice cream, milk, crushed cane pieces, and peppermint extract to a blender.
Mix until well combined.
Pour into glass and top with whipped cream and candy cane pieces.

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Notes

Recipe Tips.

If your store carries it, Peppermint Ice Cream can be used in place of vanilla. Be sure to reduce the amount of peppermint extract you add so it isn't overpowering.
For a rich, creamy, and thick milkshake, use whole milk and a good quality, full-fat vanilla ice cream. To keep it creamy, do not overblend.
Too thin? Add another scoop or two of ice cream and blend again for a few seconds.
Too thick? Add a small splash of milk at a time until you reach your desired consistency.

Store for a short time in the fridge. To store for more than a couple hours, pour it into an airtight container and freeze. Allow it to soften and reblend, or eat it with a spoon.
Another fun idea is to pour the milkshake into popsicle molds and freeze.

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