Milkshake

Ingredients

• •300 g Premium vanilla ice cream
• •200 ml Whole milk
• •30 g Sugar
• •2.5 ml Vanilla extract
• •50 ml Whipped cream
• •1 whole Maraschino cherry

Instructions

1. 1

   Chill all ingredients thoroughly - ice cream should be firm, milk should be cold. This prevents the milkshake from becoming too runny. Use premium ice cream with high butterfat content (14-16%) for the creamiest texture.

   💡 Cold ingredients are essential for thick, frosty milkshakes. Warm ingredients result in a thin, watery drink.

2. 2

   Add 3-4 large scoops of ice cream to a blender or milkshake maker. Add 200ml cold whole milk, 2 tbsp sugar or honey, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. For chocolate shakes, add 2 tbsp cocoa powder or chocolate syrup.

   💡 The ratio is key: more ice cream creates thickness, more milk creates pourability. Adjust to preference.

3. 3

   Blend on medium speed for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth and frothy. Do not over-blend - too much air makes it airy and foamy instead of thick and creamy. The texture should be thick enough to hold a spoon upright.

   💡 The perfect milkshake has no ice crystals. Blending too long introduces too much air and creates that whipped texture.

4. 4

   Pour into a chilled tall glass. Add toppings: whipped cream, maraschino cherry, crushed cookies, or chocolate shavings. Serve immediately with a wide straw. For extra thick shakes, serve in a bowl with a spoon.

   💡 Milkshakes separate quickly - serve immediately. The whipped cream adds richness and visual appeal.

5. 5

   For adult milkshakes: add 30ml Kahlua, Baileys, or vodka. Blend briefly just to incorporate. Serve immediately in a chilled glass with whipped cream.

   💡 The alcohol adds depth and creates a sophisticated adult dessert beverage.