Shamrock Shake

When it comes to St. Patrick’s Day, there is one drink that reigns supreme: the Shamrock Shake. This minty, creamy treat is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday, whether you’re Irish or not. So pull out your blender and get ready to make some of the most delicious shakes ever!

It’s that time of year again when everyone is searching for the perfect Shamrock Shake. We’ve all been there, standing in line at McDonald’s or Dunkin’ Donuts, debating between ordering a regular or the large that we really want. But what if we told you that you could make your own Shamrock Shake right at home?

This saves you from having to stand in line or sit in the very slow-moving drive-thru line to get our sweet treat fix. And not only is it easy to make at home but it’s also delicious!

You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make this treat once you try it out! This delicious and refreshing shake recipe is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, or any day for that matter. You can make this mint shake at home year-round, no need to wait until March!

Shamrock Shake Recipe

We don’t know about you, but we are so ready for St. Patrick’s Day. And by that, we mean we’re ready for all the green beer, corned beef, and shamrock shakes! If you’re looking for a delicious way to celebrate, you’ve got to try this shamrock shake recipe. It’s creamy, minty, and perfect for St. Patty’s Day. So grab your blender and get started!

We will never understand why the Shamrock Shake is only available for a limited time each year. We could drink one of those things every day and not get sick of it. In fact, we may have to go get one make one right now with this recipe.

Shamrock Shake Ingredients

You only need a handful of ingredients to help you make this creamy and minty Shamrock Shake recipe. Most of these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store, but if you are having trouble finding the Torani Creme de Menthe syrup you can order it online.

• vanilla ice cream (any brand)
• milk (2%, 1% or whole, your choice)
• Torani Crème de Menthe syrup
• Whipped cream
• Maraschino cherries

**See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

Equipment

You don’t need much equipment to make this recipe. It only takes a few kitchen basics.

• Measuring cup
• Ice cream scoop
• Blender
• Milkshake glasses
• Tall Spoons
• Straws

Shamrock Shake Instructions

The Shamrock Shake is a minty, creamy drink that is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. It is easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. Here are the steps you need to follow to make your own Shamrock Shake:

Step 1: Add the ingredients to the blender

Add the ice cream, milk, and Torani syrup into your blender.

Step 2: Test the mint level in the shake

The taste test. You may decide to adjust the mint syrup, the milk, or the ice cream to your liking. If you feel you need more mint flavor, slowly add more of the syrup in. However, keep in mind a little bit of the mint goes a long way. If you want the milkshake thinner, you may want to add more milk.

Step 3: Blend more if needed

Continue blending if needed.

Step 4: Pour into glasses

Spoon into the glasses of your choice.

Step 5: Top the milkshakes

Top with your favorite whipped cream and a cherry and enjoy!

Hint: Start off with a small amount of the Creme de Menthe so that you don’t overpower the shake. You can add more as needed.

PIN IT!!

Storage

This milkshake is best enjoyed right ahead, however, if you have to store it for some reason you can store it in the freezer for a few days and then thaw it on the counter.

Tips

This recipe is very straight forward but here are a few tips to help make sure that your shakes turn out perfectly.

Chocolate Mint Shake – You can add things like chocolate chips or even Oreo cookies to the blender when you are mixing your chocolate for a chocolate mint flavor.

Creaminess – You can use any type of milk that you prefer, but we recommend using whole milk for the most creamy shake.

Kid-friendly – For little ones or kids that don’t like mint flavor, just remove the syrup from the recipe and add green food coloring for color.

More Mint Flavored Recipes

If you love festive mint recipes, you may want to give some of these other recipes a try.

Chocolate Mint Oreo Dump Cake

Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Fudge

Grasshopper Brownie Bars

Shamrock Shake FAQ

If you have questions about this Shamrock Shake, then read on. The following FAQ answers the most commonly asked questions about this mint shake.

I can’t find the Creme de Menthe, what else can I use?

In lieu of the Torani, you can use Mint extract. Start with 1 tablespoon of the extract at a time. You may need to also add in food coloring to get the color you are looking for. That is the bonus of using the crème de menthe syrup. It is already green, so no food coloring is needed!

Should I chill my glasses first?

Yes, we always recommend chilling the glasses ahead of time. This really helps to keep your drink nice and cold. So go ahead and place them in the freezer for a few minutes before mixing up the milkshake!

Can I make this recipe with dairy-free ice cream?

You can use dairy-free ice cream, however, the consistency will be different for this Shamrock Shake recipe.

How long is Shamrock Shake available at McDonald’s?

Usually, McDonald’s has the shake for the months of February and March. However, with this homemade recipe, you don’t need to wait for them to be in your local restaurant since you can make it at home.

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