These easy milkshake recipes, from classic Strawberry to rich Butterscotch and indulgent White Chocolate, are thick, creamy, and totally impossible to resist. Whether you’re cooling down on a hot summer day or just craving something sweet, there is something here for everyone!
Homemade Milkshake Recipes
If there is one thing my family looks forward to every summer, it’s milkshake season! Living in Florida means we’re always looking for ways to cool down, and a thick, creamy milkshake is always the best answer.
Whether you’re in the mood for something fruity like a Strawberry Milkshake, something decadent like a Snickers Milkshake, or something fun like an Oreo Milkshake, I’ve got a flavor for everyone. The hardest part is narrowing it down to just one!
Tips & Tricks
I’ve made a lot of milkshakes this summer and these are the tips I swear by.
Use ice cream straight from the freezer: This is the number one tip for a thick, creamy milkshake. Soft or thawed ice cream is the most common reason a milkshake turns out too thin.
Don’t overblend: 10 to 30 seconds on high is all it takes. The longer you blend, the thinner your milkshake will get.
Chill your glasses: Pop your glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before pouring. It keeps your milkshake cold and thick longer!
Get fancy with your glass: Before pouring, drizzle chocolate syrup, caramel, or butterscotch sauce around the inside of the glass for a fun, ice cream shop look.
Taste before pouring: Give it a quick taste and adjust the sweetness or flavor before pouring into glasses. Don’t be shy about adding a little more of whatever makes it special!
FAQs
Can I use almond milk or oat milk instead of whole milk?
Absolutely! Almond milk and oat milk both work well as substitutes. Just keep in mind that whole milk gives you the creamiest, richest consistency, so if you swap it out the milkshake may be slightly thinner.
What is the best blender for milkshakes?
I use my Ninja blender for all my milkshakes and they turn out fantastic (I love all things Ninja). That being said, any regular blender should work just fine.
Classic Milkshakes
Vanilla Milkshake Recipe
This traditional vanilla milkshake recipe not only tastes delicious, it's just about the easiest recipe you'll ever make!
Strawberry Milkshake
This homemade strawberry milkshake is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day! Made with fresh berries and ice cream, desserts don't get much better than this!
This Orange Creamsicle Milkshake is so delish that it's going to become your new favorite summer treat! (But don't let that stop you from having one in the winter too!)
This creamy Raspberry Milkshake is bursting with sweet-tart berry flavor in every sip. Made with frozen raspberries and vanilla ice cream, then topped with whipped cream, it tastes as good as it looks.
This Strawberry Banana Milkshake is fruity, sweet, and loaded with fresh strawberry flavor. Easy to make with just four simple ingredients, it blends up in seconds and is the perfect treat for summer!
This Banana Milkshake is thick, creamy, and packed with bold banana flavor. Made with just three simple ingredients, it blends up in minutes and is the perfect cool treat all summer long!
This Oreo Milkshake recipe is SO good and super easy to make! Just three ingredients and you can whip up one of these mouthwatering desserts in minutes!
This Kit Kat Milkshake takes creamy ice cream, crispy Kit Kats and chocolate syrup and turns them into a decadent dessert that'll satisfy all your chocolate cravings!
This White Chocolate Milkshake is thick, creamy, and packed with rich white chocolate flavor. It comes together in just minutes and is guaranteed to become your new summer obsession!
This Butterscotch Milkshake is rich, creamy, and loaded with sweet butterscotch flavor. Made with just 3 ingredients, it comes together in under 5 minutes and tastes like it came straight from an ice cream shop!
This Unicorn Milkshake is a colorful, over-the-top treat that’s just as fun to make as it is to drink. With bright swirls, sweet flavors, and playful decorations, it’s perfect for parties, sleepovers, or a fun family treat at home.
This Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake is the perfect sweet treat for the holidays! The best part is that you don't even need to leave the house. You can make this delicious dessert in the comfort of your own home for a fraction of the cost!
This tasty Christmas milkshake is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season! Creamy and delicious, you can make these fun treats for your next holiday movie night or even for a fun Christmas eve dessert.
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About Lisa O’Driscoll
Lisa O’Driscoll is a lifestyle and parenting expert, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fun Money Mom, a popular blog she’s run since 2014. She’s the author of the children’s cookbook Roll It, Slice It, Mash It, Dice It, designed to get kids excited about cooking. With multiple TV appearances under her belt, she loves sharing her expertise on family-friendly recipes, creative DIYs, and party planning and is always on a mission to inspire and entertain!
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