Carrot Cake Milkshake

Oct 1, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A carrot cake-inspired milkshake with real carrot, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg blended with vanilla ice cream and milk, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

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
¼ cup (30.0 g)grated carrot
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp (0.25 g)ground nutmeg
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add whole milk, vanilla ice cream, grated carrot, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and pure vanilla extract to a blender.
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 whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Grate the carrot finely for a smoother texture. For a thicker shake, chill the carrot before blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make carrot cake milkshake?

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

Can I make carrot 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 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 carrot cake-inspired milkshake with real carrot, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg blended with vanilla ice cream and milk, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

662 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

73.9g Carbs

13.8g Protein

64.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~662 cal · 35g fat · 74g carbs · 14g protein · 64g sugar

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

Per serving · 662 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 125 min·7.3 mi·~14650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 90 min·4.5 mi·~9000 steps
Moderate cycling 67 min·13.4 mi
Swimming laps 93 min
Jogging 65 min·5.4 mi·~10400 steps
Stair climbing 61 min·~5500 steps
Dancing 108 min
Bodyweight circuit training 67 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 154 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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