Butterscotch Chocolate Milkshake

Jul 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

Butterscotch Chocolate Milkshake in a glass

A rich and creamy chocolate milkshake enhanced with buttery butterscotch flavor, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)chocolate ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)butterscotch sauce
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tsp (2.0 g)chocolate shavings

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups chocolate ice cream.
Add 1 tbsp butterscotch sauce 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 and 1 tsp chocolate shavings.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use store-bought butterscotch sauce or make your own by melting brown sugar and butter with cream for an authentic flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make butterscotch chocolate milkshake?

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

Can I make butterscotch chocolate 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 rich and creamy chocolate milkshake enhanced with buttery butterscotch flavor, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

759 Calories / serving

47.3g Fat

70.7g Carbs

13.6g Protein

62.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~759 cal · 47g fat · 71g carbs · 14g protein · 63g sugar

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

Per serving · 759 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 143 min·8.3 mi·~16750 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 103 min·5.2 mi·~10300 steps
Moderate cycling 77 min·15.4 mi
Swimming laps 106 min
Jogging 74 min·6.2 mi·~11850 steps
Stair climbing 70 min·~6300 steps
Dancing 123 min
Bodyweight circuit training 77 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 176 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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