Caramel Cookies & Cream Milkshake

Jun 15, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Caramel Cookies & Cream Milkshake in a glass

A thick and creamy caramel cookies and cream milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, and crushed cookies, topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbs.

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
1 ½ tbsp (22.0 ml)caramel sauce
⅓ cup (40.0 g)crushed cookies (e.g. chocolate sandwich cookies)
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)crushed cookie crumbs (for topping)

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1 1/2 tbsp caramel sauce, 1/3 cup crushed cookies, 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 tbsp crushed cookie crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use chocolate sandwich cookies for classic cookies and cream flavor; pulse blend briefly to maintain some texture. Make ahead by preparing the milkshake base, then blending just before serving.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make caramel cookies & cream milkshake?

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

Can I make caramel cookies & cream 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 thick and creamy caramel cookies and cream milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, and crushed cookies, topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbs.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

770 Calories / serving

38.6g Fat

93.4g Carbs

14.0g Protein

80.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~770 cal · 39g fat · 93g carbs · 14g protein · 81g sugar

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

Per serving · 770 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 146 min·8.5 mi·~17100 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 104 min·5.2 mi·~10400 steps
Moderate cycling 78 min·15.6 mi
Swimming laps 108 min
Jogging 75 min·6.3 mi·~12000 steps
Stair climbing 71 min·~6400 steps
Dancing 125 min
Bodyweight circuit training 78 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 179 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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