Mint Milkshake Maraschino Cherry (Printable Version)
A smooth, mint-flavored milkshake topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy Base
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1 cup whole milk
→ Flavorings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon pure mint extract
04 - 2 tablespoons sugar, optional to taste
05 - Green food coloring, optional drops for color
→ Garnish
06 - Whipped cream for topping
07 - 2 maraschino cherries with stems
# Directions:
01 - Add vanilla ice cream, whole milk, mint extract, sugar if desired, and food coloring to blender container
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-45 seconds
03 - Taste mixture and add more sugar or mint extract as preferred, blend briefly to incorporate
04 - Pour blended mixture evenly into two chilled serving glasses
05 - Top each glass with generous swirl of whipped cream using spoon or piping bag
06 - Place maraschino cherry atop whipped cream on each milkshake, serve immediately while cold
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Ready in under five minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The perfect balance of creamy vanilla and refreshing mint that hits different on hot days
02 -
- Mint extract is incredibly potent so start with less and add more gradually
- Peppermint extract will give a sharper cooling sensation while pure mint is more subtle
03 -
- Freeze your glasses beforehand to keep the milkshake colder longer
- Always serve immediately because mint flavor fades as it sits