Description
Milky dreams bloom in this classic vanilla milkshake recipe from American diners. Cold creamy goodness blends vanilla, milk, and ice cream into pure nostalgic pleasure for hungry souls.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (344 g / 12.1 oz) vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup (122 g / 4.3 oz) whole milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- whipped cream
- maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Preparation: Allow vanilla ice cream to soften at room temperature for effortless blending, ensuring a silky-smooth texture.
- Mixing: Transfer softened ice cream into a blender, precisely incorporating whole milk and vanilla extract to craft a harmonious flavor profile.
- Blending: Secure the lid and pulse on high speed, transforming ingredients into a velvety concoction, periodically pausing to scrape down the sides and eliminate any unmixed pockets.
- Consistency Check: Adjust the milkshake’s thickness by adding milk or ice cream as needed, achieving the ideal drinkable consistency with a uniform color and texture.
- Presentation: Select a chilled tall glass, elegantly pouring the creamy mixture to create a visually appealing beverage.
- Garnishing: Optionally embellish with a lavish dollop of whipped cream and a vibrant maraschino cherry, elevating the classic milkshake experience.
- Serving: Present immediately to savor the milkshake at its optimal temperature and creamy perfection.
Notes
- Chill Your Glass: Cold glasses keep milkshakes frosty longer and enhance the drinking experience.
- Master Ice Cream Softening: Let ice cream sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes to achieve perfect blending consistency without melting completely.
- Blend with Precision: Pulse blender initially to break down larger ice cream chunks, then blend continuously for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Customize Thickness Wisely: Add milk or ice cream gradually to control milkshake consistency, preventing a watery or overly thick result.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg