Mint Chocolate Chip Shake (Printable)
Smooth blend of mint and chocolate chips with whipped cream topping for a refreshing indulgence.
# What You'll Need:
→ Milkshake Base
01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1/2 cup whole milk
03 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
04 - 2-3 drops green food coloring
→ Mix-ins
05 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, roughly chopped
→ Toppings
06 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
07 - 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
08 - Fresh mint leaves
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine vanilla ice cream, whole milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring in a blender. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-45 seconds.
02 - Add chopped semisweet chocolate chips to the blender. Pulse 2-3 times for 1-2 seconds each to distribute the chips evenly throughout the mixture while maintaining visible chunks.
03 - Pour the finished milkshake evenly into two tall glasses, leaving approximately 1 inch of space at the top for toppings.
04 - Generously mound whipped cream on top of each milkshake, creating a swirling peak.
05 - Sprinkle chocolate chips or chocolate shavings over the whipped cream. Add fresh mint leaves as a finishing touch. Serve immediately with tall spoons.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in literally five minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The texture is perfectly thick and creamy, like an old fashioned malt shop shake
- That cool mint flavor hits different when the chocolate chunks surprise you with every sip
02 -
- Over blending the chocolate chips will make your shake muddy instead of having those delicious chocolate pockets
- The peppermint extract is potent, so taste after half a teaspoon before adding more
03 -
- Freeze your glasses for 10 minutes before serving to keep everything colder longer
- Use mint chocolate chip ice cream instead of vanilla for an even more intense mint flavor