Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake (Printable)

A creamy blend of mint, chocolate chips, and whipped cream for a cool, refreshing treat.

# What You Need:

→ Milkshake Base

01 - 2 cups vanilla ice cream
02 - 1/2 cup whole milk or milk alternative
03 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
04 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, roughly chopped
05 - 2–3 drops green food coloring (optional)

→ Toppings

06 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
07 - 1 tablespoon chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
08 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Add vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using) to blender canister.
02 - Process mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-45 seconds.
03 - Add chopped chocolate chips and pulse blender 2-3 times to distribute evenly while maintaining chunky texture.
04 - Divide milkshake evenly between two tall glasses, filling to approximately 1 inch below rim.
05 - Mound whipped cream generously on top of each milkshake, creating a slight peak.
06 - Sprinkle chocolate chips or shavings over whipped cream and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally five minutes flat when that sweet tooth hits hard
  • The texture is somewhere between a shake and a soft serve ice cream thanks to those chunky chocolate bits
02 -
  • Over blending the chocolate chips will turn your shake muddy brown so pulse gently
  • Peppermint extract can quickly go from pleasant to medicinal so taste as you go
03 -
  • Freeze your glasses for at least 15 minutes before serving they stay colder longer
  • If the shake separates while sitting just give it a quick stir and it comes right back together

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