Banana Berry Milkshake

Sep 24, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, ripe banana, and mixed berries for natural sweetness and fruity flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ mediumripe banana
½ cup (120.0 ml)mixed fresh or frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure 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 medium ripe banana, 1/2 cup mixed berries, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract to the blender.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds 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 fresh or frozen mixed berries depending on season. For a thicker shake, add more ice cream; for a thinner shake, add a little milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana berry milkshake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make banana berry 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 creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, ripe banana, and mixed berries for natural sweetness and fruity flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

740 Calories / serving

35.3g Fat

93.6g Carbs

15.0g Protein

75.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~740 cal · 35g fat · 94g carbs · 15g protein · 76g sugar

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

Per serving · 740 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 140 min·8.2 mi·~16400 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 100 min·5.0 mi·~10000 steps
Moderate cycling 75 min·15.0 mi
Swimming laps 104 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 172 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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