Made with only 3 simple ingredients, this Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake is creamy, minty, and super delicious! Grab a straw and pretend you are at an old-fashioned ice cream shoppe with this delicious treat!
This milkshake is perfect topped with some homemade whipped cream!
Every year we head down to the Jersey shore for a week in the Summer and my family loves going out for ice cream to a really old fashioned ice cream parlor. You know the kind, where they still where those cute aprons and the ice cream sundaes are in giant glass bowls. Whenever I can, I love getting a milkshake! Served with a long spoon and super thick and creamy.
When I can't get down to the Jersey shore, I make this milkshake at home instead! We all love the classic strawberry banana milkshake or a peanut butter milkshake, but why not spice it up and use some mint chocolate chip ice cream instead! You might think mint or peppermint is only served around the holidays, but you'd be missing out! This milkshake needs to be served all year round! Mint chocolate chip ice cream lovers unite!
Why You'll Love This Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake
Mint chocolate chip ice cream isn't one of the flavors that you often think of when you think of a milkshake. Sure, you can get a cherry chocolate milkshake, but no one thinks of a mint chocolate chip milkshake, probably because it has chocolate chips in it.
I am here to tell you that you are missing out if you don't give mint chocolate chip a try in a milkshake! It's creamy, tangy, and oh so delicious, just like my shamrock milkshake too!
Ingredients to Gather
- Mint chocolate chip ice cream. Here's the thing, we are making a really decadent milkshake today, don't use frozen yogurt. Use your favorite mint chocolate chip ice cream, whatever brand that might be.
- Chocolate syrup. This adds a little more chocolatey flavor, plus you can use it to decorate the glass too!
- Milk. This helps make the milkshake creamier. This is a dessert after all, so go for the whole milk!
Be sure to check out the printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Add some more mix ins! Add some chocolate cookies or Oreos for a cookies and cream twist.
- Make it boozy! You can add some creme de mint to the blender and make it a fun St. Patrick's Day drink.
- Garnish your milkshake with some homemade whipped cream (or canned whipped cream), a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and some chopped up chocolate. If you have a fancy sundae glass to serve it in, even better!
- Make it more green! Sometimes, mint chocolate chip ice cream is white, and you may be looking for a more green tinted milkshake. Food coloring to the rescue! Add one or two drops of food coloring to the blender to make the milkshake a little more green.
How To Make the Best Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake
To a high speed blender, add all of the ingredients. Blend well on medium speed for 1-2 minutes or until the milkshake is your desired consistency. Enjoy with a sprig of mint and some whipped cream!
Lynn's Tip!
To make the milkshake thicker, add a little less milk. If you prefer a thinner milkshake, add some more milk!
Tips and Tricks
- This milkshake makes great ice pops too! Pour the milkshake into your favorite popsicle mold. Freeze the pops for at least 4 hours and then enjoy them as a snack or a frozen dessert!
- You can make this milkshake ahead of time if you would like even though milkshakes are best enjoyed fresh. You can store leftovers in the freezer for up to a day. Let it thaw slightly before drinking, or blend it again with a bit of milk to restore the texture.
- If for some reason you cannot find mint chocolate chip ice cream, you can use vanilla ice cream and add a splash of mint extract with some chocolate chips. Blend it all up until you get the consistency you are looking for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure! If you can find a mint chocolate chip ice cream that is vegan and some nondairy milk, you've got yourself a perfect vegan milkshake!
Use a high-powered blender for the best results. This will make sure that you are getting the creamiest texture and best results.
Yes, you can blend frozen bananas or avocados with milk and mint extract as a substitute for ice cream. This will give you a creamy texture and you won't miss the ice cream.
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The Ultimate Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake (Only 3 Ingredients!)
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
- Ice Cream Scoop
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
- ½ cup Milk Whole Milk
- 2 tablespoon Chocolate Syrup Plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients a high speed blender and mix until all the ingredients are blended and the desired consistency is reached. Garnish with whipped cream and some chopped chocolate if you would like.
Notes
- This recipe makes one large milkshake or two smaller milkshakes. You can easily double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd.
- Garnish this milkshake with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup in or on top of the milkshake, and a sprig of mint.
- To make this milkshake thicker, add less milk. For a thinner milkshake, add some more milk.
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