Since its introduction to the McDonald’s menu in 1970, the seasonal Shamrock Shake has been consumed by millions, myself included. Although, truthfully, I haven’t had one in years. When I was in elementary school my mom started making homemade versions of McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes, and I’ve been hooked ever since.
Not only is this recipe tasty, it’s also simple.
Ingredients:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Peppermint extract
- Milk
- Green food coloring
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
- Maraschino cherries
Combine ice cream, peppermint extract, milk, and green food coloring into a blender and mix until smooth. To thin the milkshake, add more milk. To thicken the milkshake, add more ice cream. Use a light hand with the peppermint extract—a little goes a long way.
Top with whipped cream, sprinkles (green, of course!), and a maraschino cherry. If you’re lucky, you might be able to find green maraschino cherries to top off the St. Patrick’s day look.