This McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is a creamy, minty milkshake that’s super easy to make at home! With vanilla ice cream, mint extract, and a little green food coloring, you can enjoy this fun and refreshing drink anytime—not just on St. Patrick’s Day.
Jump to RecipeIngredients Needed:
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 4 drops of mint extract
- 2 drops of green food coloring
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream
How To Make Shamrock Shake?
- Soften the ice cream: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes so it blends easily.
- Blend everything: Add ice cream, half-and-half, mint extract, and food coloring to a blender. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Serve: Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream, and enjoy immediately!
Recipe Tips:
- Use real mint extract, not peppermint: Mint extract gives the classic Shamrock Shake flavor. Peppermint extract is too strong and will change the taste.
- Adjust the thickness: If you want a thicker shake, add more ice cream. For a thinner shake, add a little more half-and-half.
- Blend just enough: Blend until smooth, but don’t over-blend, or the shake will become too thin and watery.
- Chill the glass first: Put your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before pouring in the shake. This keeps it cold and creamy for longer.
- Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste the shake. If you want more mint flavor, add one extra drop of mint extract. If it needs more sweetness, add a little sugar or honey.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: This milkshake is best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in a covered cup or airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Stir well before drinking, as it may separate.
- Freeze: Pour the shake into a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 649 kcal
- Total Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
- Sodium: 236mg
- Potassium: 604mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 66g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 56g
- Protein: 11g
McDonald’s Shamrock Shake
Course: DrinksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: EasyServings
2
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking timeminutes
Calories
649
kcalThis McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is a creamy, minty milkshake that’s super easy to make at home! With vanilla ice cream, mint extract, and a little green food coloring, you can enjoy this fun and refreshing drink anytime—not just on St. Patrick’s Day.
Ingredients
2 cups vanilla ice cream
1/4 cup half and half
4 drops of mint extract
2 drops of green food coloring
2 tablespoons whipped cream
Directions
- Soften the ice cream: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes so it blends easily.
- Blend everything: Add ice cream, half-and-half, mint extract, and food coloring to a blender. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Serve: Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream, and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Use real mint extract, not peppermint: Mint extract gives the classic Shamrock Shake flavor. Peppermint extract is too strong and will change the taste.
- Adjust the thickness: If you want a thicker shake, add more ice cream. For a thinner shake, add a little more half-and-half.
- Blend just enough: Blend until smooth, but don’t over-blend, or the shake will become too thin and watery.
- Chill the glass first: Put your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before pouring in the shake. This keeps it cold and creamy for longer.
- Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste the shake. If you want more mint flavor, add one extra drop of mint extract. If it needs more sweetness, add a little sugar or honey.
