Did you know the delectable minty vanilla beverage made its debut back in 1967 by McDonald's franchisee Harold Rosen? Since then, it’s become a March/St. Patrick’s Day staple for all to enjoy.
This year, I’ve decided to try to recreate the magic at home and make my version of a Shamrock Shake.
After perusing several homemade recipes online, here’s my tweaked version:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon mint extract (not peppermint extract!)
- 4–5 drops green food coloring (or to your color preference)
- Whipped cream and a cherry for topping
- Green sparkling sugar (for extra celebratory fun)
Instructions:
- Blend the ice cream, milk, mint extract, and food coloring until smooth.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and a cherry.
- Enjoy immediately!
The shake was very easy to make, delicious, and definitely satisfied my craving. While it’s not exactly the same as McDonald’s version, it came pretty close, and after a few more attempts, I think I can perfect it.
That looks absolutely delicious! There’s something so nostalgic and fun about the Shamrock Shake — glad to see you gave the homemade version a try! The balance of mint and vanilla is such a unique combo, and with that whipped cream and cherry on top… total treat.
ReplyDeleteHomemade recipes like this are a great way to recreate seasonal favorites. And speaking of tasty menus, if you’re ever in the mood to explore more iconic flavors, check out the Yardhouse menu — it’s packed with crave-worthy options perfect for any food lover!
Can’t wait to see your perfected version of the shake next!