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Christmas Milkshake

Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 513kcal
Author: Cari

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup chocolate fudge frosting store-bought
  • ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles
  • 2 scoops Chocolate ice cream about 1 cup of ice cream
  • 8 Creme de menthe chocolates I used Andes mints
  • ½ cup Whole milk
  • Whipped cream garnish
  • Candy cane garnish
  • Christmas cookie garnish

Instructions

  • Begin by placing the frosting on the rim of your glass. Place frosting on the top one inch to inch and a half of the glass. Once the top of the glass is well covered in frosting. Add the sprinkles over the frosting. Place the glass in the freezer while you prepare the milkshake.
  • Add the ice cream, crème de menthe chocolates and milk in your blender and blend until well incorporated.
  • Pour the milkshake into your prepared glass and top with whipped cream, additional sprinkles, candy cane and Christmas cookie.

Notes

Variations in Substitutions for this chocolate peppermint shake

Substitutions:

    1. Ice Cream:
        • Use vanilla ice cream for a lighter base with a chocolate-mint twist.
        • Swap with peppermint ice cream for an extra minty flavor.
        • For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free chocolate ice cream made from almond, coconut, or oat milk.
    1. Andes Mints:
        • Replace Andes Mints with crushed candy canes or peppermint bark for a crunchy, festive touch.
        • Use peppermint patties or mint chocolate chips as an alternative minty add-in.
        • If you want a stronger mint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint extract.
    1. Milk:
        • Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a dairy-free shake.
        • For extra creaminess, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of regular milk.
    1. Toppings:
        • Substitute whipped cream with a dairy-free whipped topping.
        • Garnish with mini marshmallows, crushed Oreo cookies, or shaved chocolate for extra decadence.

Variations:

    1. Mocha Peppermint Shake:
        • Add a shot of espresso or a spoonful of instant coffee to create a mocha twist.
    1. Mint Oreo Shake:
        • Blend in mint-flavored Oreos or regular Oreos with a splash of peppermint extract for a cookies-and-cream version.
    1. Chocolate-Peppermint Protein Shake:
        • Add a scoop of chocolate protein powder and swap regular milk with protein-rich milk for a post-workout treat.
    1. Adult Peppermint Shake:
        • Add a splash of peppermint schnapps, Baileys, or creme de menthe for a boozy holiday shake.
    1. Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Shake:
        • Use dairy-free chocolate ice cream, plant-based milk, and replace Andes Mints with vegan mint chocolate for a vegan-friendly version.
    1. Nutty Peppermint Shake:
        • Blend in a spoonful of peanut butter, almond butter, or hazelnut spread for a nutty twist.
    1. Healthier Version:
        • Use Greek yogurt and frozen bananas instead of ice cream for a healthier, creamy shake while still keeping the chocolate and peppermint flavors.