Calling all caramel lovers! You are going to want to make this Caramel Milkshake again and again! It's made with only 3 simple ingredients, this milkshake is so easy to make and so delicious! It's the perfect treat or dessert to make all year long!
You'll definitely want to serve this Caramel Milkshake with some homemade whipped cream!
If you made me choose between chocolate and caramel, honestly I would choose chocolate every time. But I think caramel has it's place, and let me tell you, it's in this milkshake. I always have caramel sauce in my refrigerator because my kids love it. We add it to ice cream sundaes, drizzle it over popcorn, and of course, make milkshakes with it!
Caramel (Store-bought or homemade) adds so much sweetness and rich decadence to this milkshake, you won't be able to put it down! This milkshake tastes like a treat from your favorite diner, except much cheaper!
Homemade Caramel Sauce vs. Store Bought
If you make homemade caramel sauce, this is a great place to use it! For me, I like to buy it at the store. I can't tell you how many times I've tried to make caramel sauce and it ends up a burnt mess. If you are good at it and have a great recipe, use that! I always have a jar in the pantry or my refrigerator because we use it in so many different treats.
Ingredients to Make Caramel Milkshakes
- Caramel sauce. Your favorite store bought caramel sauce is great. The richer the better! For homemade caramel sauce, cook sugar until it’s golden brown, then add butter and cream.
- Vanilla ice cream. Like most milkshakes, we start with vanilla ice cream. It’s a great base for any milkshake. You could also try caramel ice cream for extra flavor.
- Milk. To thin out the milkshake a little and make it more drinkable. Use your favorite milk here. Nondairy or dairy would both work.
Be sure to check out the printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Use a different type of caramel sauce! There are lots of different caramel sauces in the grocery store. You can use salted caramel sauce or pumpkin pie spices caramel sauce. This will give the milkshake a little more flavor.
- Make it boozy! Add a splash of rum, Kahlua, vodka, or your favorite liquor to this recipe for an adult beverage treat.
- Change the ice cream! You can use a caramel ice cream, pumpkin pie ice cream, chocolate ice cream, or whatever your favorite ice cream is.
- Add mix ins! A shot of espresso, a pinch of sea salt, some diced apples, or a few walnuts will all add texture and flavor to this milkshake.
How To Make a Caramel Milkshake
Step 1: In a high-speed blender, add the caramel sauce, milk, and ice cream. Blend for 1-2 minutes or until the milkshake is creamy and smooth.
Step 2: Pour the milkshake into your favorite glass and top with homemade whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Lynn's Tip!
Warm up the caramel sauce slightly before adding it to the blender. It blends more easily and helps make the milkshake smoother.
Tips and Tricks
- This recipe makes two medium-sized milkshakes. You can easily double or triple it to feed a crowd. Just make sure you have a big enough blender to fit all the ingredients.
- To keep the milkshake colder, longer, chill the glass that you are serving the milkshake in. The more fun the glass and the straw, the more fun the milkshake! That's my thought process anyway!
- For a thicker milkshake, add an extra scoop of ice cream. For a thinner milkshake, add an extra splash of milk or caramel sauce.
Storage Instructions
Caramel milkshakes are best enjoyed right away while they’re thick and frosty. If they are kept in the refrigerator, they will separate and lose their texture.
You can actually freeze this recipe though! It makes great popsicles! Pour the milkshake into your favorite popsicle mold and freeze for at least 4 hours.
If you are going to freeze this caramel milkshake, pour it into a freezer-safe container. Freeze, and when you’re ready to enjoy it, place the frozen milkshake into a blender and add some milk. Blend until it's smooth and creamy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Just like my Oreo milkshake without ice cream, simply use heavy cream or milk instead of ice cream. Make sure to add about a cup of ice cubes to the blender too.
Yes! You might want to use a little bit more caramel syrup as it tends to be thinner.
You can add a splash of maple syrup or some more caramel sauce to make the milkshake sweeter.
Caramel Milkshake
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
- Ice Cream Scoop
Ingredients
- 2 cups Vanilla Ice Cream
- ¼ cup Caramel Sauce Homemade or store bought
- ½ cup Milk Whole milk or 2% milk
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes until thick and creamy. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe makes two medium sized milkshakes or one large milkshake. You can easily double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd.
- If you are using caramel syrup, use ⅓ of a cup of caramel syrup.
- Serve this milkshake in a chilled glass topped with homemade whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- If your caramel sauce is hard and refrigerated, heat it up for 30 seconds to make it more pourable.
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