This Shamrock Shake recipe is festive and delicious. It’s a simple copycat milkshake made with mint chocolate chip ice cream, with a few drops of green gel food coloring to achieve that classic vibrant color.
If you love the seasonal McDonald’s Shamrock Shake, you can recreate it easily at home whenever the craving hits. All you need is a blender—just blend and serve for a creamy, minty treat.
Shamrock Shake Ingredients
To make this copycat Shamrock Shake you will need the following ingredients (see the recipe card below for exact amounts):
- Mint chocolate chip ice cream
- Milk
- Green gel food coloring
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate mints or sprinkles for topping
How to Make a Shamrock Shake at Home
- Add mint chocolate chip ice cream, milk, and a few drops of green gel food coloring to a blender. Blend until smooth—adjust the milk for desired thickness.
- Pour the shake into a tall glass and top with a generous swirl of whipped cream. Finish with chocolate mints or sprinkles for a festive touch.
FAQs
Yes. For an adult version, add a splash of Baileys Irish Cream or another cream liqueur to the blender for a boozy twist.
Absolutely. Use low-fat or reduced-sugar ice cream, milk alternatives, or sugar-free whipped topping to reduce calories. Brands like Halo Top or other light ice creams work if you prefer fewer calories.
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Shamrock Shake Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 scoops mint chocolate chip ice cream
- 1 cup milk
- 3 drops green gel food coloring
- whipped cream for topping
- chocolate mints for topping
Instructions
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Add ice cream, milk, and food coloring to your favorite blender and mix well.
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Pour into a tall glass and top with whipped cream and chocolate mints or sprinkles.
Nutrition
The nutrition information is calculated using online nutrition calculators and may not be accurate. It is provided as a general guide only.
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