How to Make Milkshakes

Milkshakes are a rich, creamy beverage that is perfect with a burger or fries, or as a dessert on its own. This article will show you how to make a basic but amazing milkshake, along with some unique and delicious ideas to replace the classic milkshake.

Preparation time: 5-9 minutes
Making time (mixing): 1 minute
Total time: 10 minutes

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Ingredient

3 scoops vanilla ice cream
60 ml Milk
Chocolate, strawberry, or caramel syrup (optional)
Vanilla extract (optional)
Malt powder (optional)
Frozen fruit (optional)
3 crumbled biscuits (optional)
1 diced candy bar (optional)

Making Milkshakes

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Let your ice cream soften just enough. The ideal temperature for a milkshake is -7°C and your fridge will keep it around -18°C. Let the ice cream sit out for a few minutes—when it’s soft and easy to scoop, but not runny or runny, that’s the right time to start making a milkshake. ^{[1] X Research Source}

If you put the ice cream in the mixer when it is too cold and hard, you will definitely have to add more milk to soften the ice cream. The ratio of cream to milk is important for a good milkshake, and too much milk will make your milkshake loose and watery. ^{[2] X Research Source}
Also, never put ice in a milkshake. The ice will melt and dilute the flavor and smoothness of the milkshake. If you prefer a lighter and thinner milkshake, add a little more milk. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

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Place three scoops of ice cream in a blender or shaker. The milkshake mixing cup would be the best choice because it mixes and froth your milkshake at the same time. ^{[4] X Source of Research} But if you are not ready to invest in specialized equipment, a regular blender or hand blender is also very good. ^{[5] X Research Sources}

If you don’t have all of the above, you can use a large bowl and a spatula to mix the milk and cream. ^{[6] X Research Source}
When starting to make the milkshake, put the cup that you plan to use to store the milkshake in the refrigerator. The cup will be cooled and make the milkshake more delicious to enjoy. ^{[7] X Research Sources}

Add 1/4 cup (60 ml) of milk, one teaspoon of vanilla extract, and any additional ingredients you like. ^{[8] X Research Source} At this point, you can substitute your vanilla milkshake for a malt milkshake, chocolate milkshake, strawberry milkshake or even more a caramel-chocolate-flavored milkshake- la.

Mix your milkshake for a minute. If you use a blender, don’t just turn it on all the time. Alternately turn the blender on and off and stir by hand with a spoon. This will create the same effect as using a milkshake mixer. ^{[9] X Research Source}

Whatever method you use (cage whisk, hand blender, professional milkshake mixer), you must make sure that your milkshake is still thick. If you put a spoon in and lift it out, the condensed milkshake will stick a little bit to the spoon. ^{[10] X Research Source}
If you like the milkshake to be a bit mushy, just mix it for about 30-45 seconds.
If the milkshake is too thick, add a little more milk. ^{[11] X Research Source}
If the milk is too thin, add a tablespoon or half of cream and mix well. ^{[12] X Research Source}

Pour your milkshake into a pre-cooled cup. If your milkshake has the required consistency and is just right, you’ll need a spoon to scoop it into the cup. If the milkshake comes out too easily, it means the milk is too liquid or over-mixed and you need to add more cream. ^{[13] X Research Source}

Top the milkshake with a generous amount of whipped cream and 1 maraschino cherry. ^{[14] X Research Source} Or garnish with an ingredient of your choice (like a fresh strawberry for your strawberry milkshake).
Enjoy with a spoon and a straw ^{[15] X Research Source}

Choose Ingredients

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Choose a high-quality vanilla ice cream. For most milkshakes, the essential ingredient is vanilla ice cream, including chocolate or strawberry milkshakes! ^{[16] X Research Source} Vanilla ice cream is just sweet enough that when adding syrups or ingredients like cookies or candy, the milkshake won’t be too sweet.

Choose a thick cream. Choose two ice cream boxes of 2 different brands of the same size (half a liter, 1 liter…) and hold them in your hands. The box that feels heavier will give a better milkshake. ^{[17] X Research Source}
A lighter and more porous ice cream container will contain more air bubbles. When mixing the milkshake you will create even more air, and your milkshake will not be thick and smooth – which you want in a milkshake. Choose a thicker cream instead of a light foam, so that the product contains less air bubbles. ^{[18] X Research Sources}
Of course you can use any ice cream flavor you want, you can skip the vanilla ice cream if you want to experiment with other types of ice cream. If you want a mint and chocolate milkshake but you don’t want mint extract and chocolate chips, use mint ice cream.

Some other Recipes

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Make a chocolate malt milkshake. Place 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream, 1/4 cup (60 ml) of milk, and 30 ml of malt powder in a blender. ^{[21] X Research Source}

Use malt powder instead of instant malt milk or liquid malt flavoring. Malt powder will give the most real flavor. ^{[22] X Research Source}

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Make a chocolate milkshake. Place 3 tablespoons vanilla ice cream, 1/4 cup (60ml) milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and about 1/4 cup (60ml) chocolate sauce in a blender. ^{[23] X Research Sources}

It is recommended to use chocolate sauce with high cocoa content for the best taste. ^{[24] X Research Sources}

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Make a strawberry milkshake. Add one cup of de-stemmed strawberries or 2 oz of strawberry syrup, plus 3 tablespoons vanilla ice cream, 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. ^{[25] X Research Sources}

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Make a cookie-and-cream flavored milkshake. Place 3 biscuits of your choice (pre-shredded) in a blender with 3 tablespoons vanilla ice cream, 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. ^{[26] X Research Source}

Things you need

Blender, milkshake mixer or stirrer
Cup with high neck
Straw
Spoon)

Ingredient

Steps

Making Milkshakes

Choose Ingredients

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