Shamrock Shake recipe

Make a Shamrock Shake recipe right at home for you and your family this St. Patrick’s Day!

Kevin and I met while working for McDonald’s Corporation. I actually went to take his job in a communications area so he could move over to IT and become the full-fledged computer nerd he was always meant to be. He trained me for a few days, and we were friends for several years before we started dating. Because of that, McDonald’s will probably always be some sort of special place to us.

But, their recipes are pretty top secret. I could never convince anyone there to give me the recipe for the Shamrock shake.

After having kids, I decided I could no longer venture out each time I developed a craving for a Shamrock Shake though. I’d have two kids in tow. Plus, I’d have to share.

Shamrock shake recipe at home

Instead, I created a Shamrock Shake recipe that tastes just as good that we can make at home. In fact, I’ve decided that I like this recipe better.

I love that I can control the portions for myself and the kids. Plus, I can make enough to share without anyone really over doing it.

Shamrock Shake glasses

If you’re looking for fun milkshake glasses, you can find some {HERE}. Sometimes I think having the right glass can make it taste even better. These are also perfect anytime you’re having a birthday party or any sort of fun celebration. We’ve used them on the 4th of July too!

If you’re being more practical and watching portions, I’ve found that 8 oz. mason jars are a really nice size for my Shamrock Shake recipe. They’re enough to give you a taste of that minty-ness without going overboard on calories and sugar. They’re also the perfect size for kid hands. You can find them {HERE}.

My Shamrock Shake recipe

My Shamrock Shake recipe is pretty simple. It includes ice cream, mint extract, whole milk, food coloring (optional), whipped cream and cherries. It’s pretty easy to whip it all up in the blender and serve.

Some fun adds over the years have been swapping out the vanilla ice cream for chocolate to create a chocolate mint shake. I also like to add chocolate chip to the shake or Oreos. So good for an indulgent treat!

Thank you so much for visiting today, friends! I hope that you love this Shamrock Shake recipe and that it makes all your little Leprechauns happy this St. Patrick’s Day – or any day really. My full recipe is below.

Also, make sure to check out the Irish Soda Bread recipe {HERE} for another easy recipe to complete your St. Patrick’s Day celebration!

Shamrock Shake Recipe

This Shamrock Shake recipe is easy to make right at home! Perfect for St. Patrick's Day and any other celebration.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Irish

Keyword: Shamrock Shake recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Author: Rachel

Equipment

• Blender

Ingredients

• 6 scoops vanilla ice cream
• 1/2- 1 tsp. pure mint extract Add 1/2 first and if you need more then add another 1/2
• 1/2-3/4 cup whole milk
• 7 drops green food coloring Optional. You can try natural food coloring too.
• Whipped Cream
• Cherries
• Optional: Oreos, chocolate chips

Instructions

• Add six scoops of ice cream to a blender. The add in milk and mint and blend.
• If your blender gets stuck, stop the blender and use a spoon or fork to remove the ice cream off the blades before blending again. Or, you can add a wee bit more milk.
• Add in the food coloring if using and blend.
• ***If you want to add in Oreos or chocolate chips, add them now and then blend.
• Pour into milk shake glasses and top with whipped cream and a cherry or any other toppings.