This Old-Fashioned Chocolate Milkshake Recipe tastes just like the versions from your favorite ice cream shop growing up. Thick, creamy, and sweet, every sip is packed with rich, chocolatey flavor you’ll love!
You’ll definitely love this chocolate banana milkshake, too!
Everyone in my family has a pretty big sweet tooth and loves all things chocolate. Whether I’m making a chocolate icebox cake or chocolate peanut butter chia seed pudding, they always disappear fast!
However, milkshakes are our favorite treats. Raspberry milkshakes, peach milkshakes, and caramel milkshakes are all popular in my house! As a total chocoholic, my favorite flavor is this old-fashioned chocolate milkshake recipe!
Inspired by the milkshakes I grew up drinking, it’s thick and creamy with a bold, decadent chocolate taste thanks to the chocolate ice cream. Plus, it’s super easy to make. All you need is a few minutes, and you can be sipping away, cooling off on a hot summer’s day. If you love old fashioned milkshakes, give my old fashioned vanilla milkshake a try too!
Ingredients to Make an Old Fashioned Chocolate Milkshake
Three simple ingredients are all you need for the best chocolate milkshake recipe!
- Chocolate Ice Cream. Chocolate ice cream is the base of the chocolate shake.
- Milk. Combines the ingredients, creating a smooth consistency. Use whole milk or full-fat milk for the richest flavor and creamiest consistency.
- Chocolate Syrup. Takes the chocolate flavor to a whole new level.
Be sure to check out the printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Use vanilla ice cream in place of chocolate for a slightly less chocolatey taste.
- Need a dairy-free option? No problem! Use a creamy dairy-free milk like coconut milk or cashew milk along with your favorite dairy-free chocolate ice cream.
- Include a scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein, and add more milk as needed for a protein boost.
- Love chocolate? Add chocolate chips, too like in my chocolate chip milkshake!
- Blend in a shot of espresso or instant coffee granules for a mocha chocolate taste like in my coffee banana smoothie.
- Add a drizzle of caramel sauce, chopped nuts, or nut butter for even more flavor.
How To Make a Chocolate Milkshake
Step 1
Scoop the chocolate ice cream into the blender.
Step 2
Pour the milk into the blender.
Step 3
Add the chocolate syrup to the blender.
Step 4
Blend until smooth and the consistency you are looking for.
Tips and Tricks
- Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to make sure all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Adjust the consistency by adding an extra splash of milk as needed.
- Chill your glass for 10-15 minutes before serving to keep your milkshake nice and cold!
- Add mix-ins just before serving, and just pulse the blender to distribute them. Otherwise, they’ll blend into the shake, and you won’t even know they’re there!
Frequently Asked Questions
If your milkshake turns out too runny for your liking, add an extra scoop of ice cream or ice cubes, and pulse to combine. It should thicken right up.
No, this recipe is best served right away. The ingredients will melt and become runny if prepared in advance.
I like to serve my homemade chocolate milkshakes topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. However, you can also add a drizzle of chocolate syrup, caramel syrup, sprinkles, crushed Oreos, fudgy brownie pieces, peanut butter drizzle, fresh fruit, or candy pieces.
Old-Fashioned Chocolate Milkshake Recipe
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
- Ice Cream Scoop
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chocolate Ice Cream Your favorite brand
- ½ cup Milk Whole milk, 2%, or your favorite nondairy milk
- 2 tablespoon Chocolate Syrup Your favorite brand
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish, and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe will make one large milkshake or two smaller milkshakes. You can easily double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd.
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