Butterscotch Vanilla Milkshake

Jun 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

Butterscotch Vanilla Milkshake in a glass

A creamy vanilla milkshake enhanced with homemade butterscotch sauce for rich, buttery sweetness topped with whipped cream.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 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 tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)homemade butterscotch sauce
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 2 tbsp homemade butterscotch sauce to a blender.
Add 2 cups vanilla ice cream and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
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

Make quick butterscotch sauce by melting brown sugar with butter and a splash of cream, then cool slightly before blending. Use homemade or store-bought butterscotch sauce to enhance flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make butterscotch vanilla milkshake?

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

Can I make butterscotch 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.

A creamy vanilla milkshake enhanced with homemade butterscotch sauce for rich, buttery sweetness topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

869 Calories / serving

59.8g Fat

70.5g Carbs

13.7g Protein

62.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~869 cal · 60g 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 · 869 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 164 min·9.6 mi·~19200 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 118 min·5.9 mi·~11800 steps
Moderate cycling 88 min·17.6 mi
Swimming laps 122 min
Jogging 85 min·7.1 mi·~13600 steps
Stair climbing 80 min·~7200 steps
Dancing 141 min
Bodyweight circuit training 88 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 202 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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