A creamy milkshake combining vanilla ice cream, rich brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract for a sweet, caramel-like flavor topped with whipped cream.
Brown Sugar Vanilla Milkshake
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A creamy milkshake combining vanilla ice cream, rich brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract for a sweet, caramel-like flavor topped with whipped cream.
Prep
8 min
Cook
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Total
8 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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servings
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- 2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)light brown sugar, packed
- 2.0 tbspwhipped cream
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Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream and 2 tablespoons light brown sugar.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon 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 tablespoons whipped cream.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.
Tips
- Use packed light brown sugar for best caramel flavor. For a richer texture, freeze the glass before serving.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make brown sugar vanilla milkshake?
Plan on 8 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make brown sugar vanilla 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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
742
Calories / serving
34.8g
Fat
95.0g
Carbs
13.5g
Protein
86.9g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~742 cal · 35g fat · 95g carbs · 14g protein · 87g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 742 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 140 min·8.2 mi·~16400 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 101 min·5.1 mi·~10100 steps
- Moderate cycling 75 min·15.0 mi
- Swimming laps 104 min
- Jogging 73 min·6.1 mi·~11700 steps
- Stair climbing 69 min·~6200 steps
- Dancing 121 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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