Apple Cranberry Milkshake

Jul 22, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A seasonal milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with cooked cinnamon apples and tart cranberry sauce, finished with pure vanilla extract and whipped cream for a creamy holiday treat.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ cup (120.0 ml)cooked cinnamon apples, chilled
¼ cup (60.0 ml)cranberry sauce or cooked cranberries, chilled
½ tsppure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/2 cup cooked cinnamon apples, chilled, 1/4 cup cranberry sauce, chilled, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency. Add 1 tablespoon milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use homemade or store-bought cranberry sauce for convenience; frozen cranberries cooked with sugar can substitute. Blending cranberry sauce instead of whole berries ensures smooth texture.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make apple cranberry milkshake?

Plan on 8 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make apple cranberry milkshake ahead?

Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A seasonal milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with cooked cinnamon apples and tart cranberry sauce, finished with pure vanilla extract and whipped cream for a creamy holiday treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

738 Calories / serving

35.1g Fat

95.1g Carbs

14.1g Protein

77.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~738 cal · 35g fat · 95g carbs · 14g protein · 77g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 738 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 139 min·8.1 mi·~16250 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 100 min·5.0 mi·~10000 steps
Moderate cycling 75 min·15.0 mi
Swimming laps 103 min
Jogging 72 min·6.0 mi·~11500 steps
Stair climbing 68 min·~6100 steps
Dancing 120 min
Bodyweight circuit training 75 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 171 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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