Get ready to transform your ordinary milkshake into an adult-only sensation that screams festivity and flavor! This isn't just another boring dessert drink - it's a creamy, minty, boozy masterpiece that combines the nostalgic charm of a classic shamrock shake with the grown-up kick of Irish cream liqueur. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any moment you want to add a little spirited magic to your day, this recipe will instantly become your new favorite indulgence.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp mint extract
- Green food coloring
- 1 oz Irish cream liqueur
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients: 2 cups of vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 teaspoon of mint extract, green food coloring, 1 ounce of Irish cream liqueur, whipped cream for topping, and chocolate shavings for garnish.
- In a blender, combine the 2 cups of vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 teaspoon of mint extract, and 1 ounce of Irish cream liqueur.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring to the blender. Start with a small amount and increase until you reach your desired shade of green.
- Blend the mixture on medium speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Once blended, taste the shake and adjust the mint extract or Irish cream liqueur if desired for a stronger flavor.
- Pour the boozy green shamrock shake into two tall glasses.
- Top each shake generously with whipped cream.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings over the whipped cream for garnish.
- Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your festive boozy green shamrock shake!
Tips
- Chill your glasses beforehand to keep the shake colder longer
- Use high-quality vanilla ice cream for the richest flavor
- Add food coloring gradually to achieve the perfect green shade
- For extra mintiness, use fresh mint leaves as a garnish
- Experiment with different Irish cream brands to find your favorite
- Use a high-powered blender for the smoothest consistency
- Serve immediately after blending to maintain the perfect texture
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the Irish cream liqueur
- Consider using mint chocolate chip ice cream for an extra flavor boost
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 409kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 7g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 95mg
