Birthday Cake Milkshake

Jul 10, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A creamy milkshake with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and birthday cake syrup for a sweet, festive flavor.

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
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)whole milk
1.0 oz (30.0 ml)birthday cake syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Add all ingredients and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract to a blender.
Blend 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth; add 1–2 tbsp milk only if needed.
Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use high-quality birthday cake syrup or substitute with vanilla syrup plus a pinch of almond extract for a similar flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make birthday cake milkshake?

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

Can I make birthday cake 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 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). 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 with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and birthday cake syrup for a sweet, festive flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

746 Calories / serving

37.8g Fat

87.2g Carbs

14.4g Protein

72.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~746 cal · 38g fat · 87g carbs · 14g protein · 73g sugar

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

Per serving · 746 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 141 min·8.2 mi·~16500 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 101 min·5.1 mi·~10100 steps
Moderate cycling 76 min·15.2 mi
Swimming laps 105 min
Jogging 73 min·6.1 mi·~11700 steps
Stair climbing 69 min·~6200 steps
Dancing 121 min
Bodyweight circuit training 76 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 173 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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